12 OCTOBER 2025

A Message from Ashley Reade – Nike VP

The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival is finally here!

Firstly, CONGRATULATIONS to all Athletes* taking part in races over the weekend.

From 3kms to 42kms, whether you’re an experienced runner or have entered one of the distances for the first time, we are excited that you are part of the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival. There is no question about your dedication, resilience and perseverance to get you to Race Day.

The hardest part of any race is the training and what it takes just to get to the start line. You’ve done that. You’ve worked hard, you’ve prepared well, and now it’s time to relax into your run and most importantly, enjoy the run. 

Nike feel so privileged to partner with such an incredible event and we are so excited to bring the community back together in a big way. So, let’s not forget to celebrate just being out there!

Best of luck to everyone racing this weekend and I’ll see you at the finish line.

Ashley Reade
Vice President & General Manager, Nike Australia 

*if you have a body, you are an athlete

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