{"id":16114,"date":"2026-01-13T15:03:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T14:03:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zurichmaratobarcelona.es\/?p=14741"},"modified":"2026-01-13T15:01:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T15:01:00","slug":"14741","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zurichmaratobarcelona.es\/en\/2026\/01\/13\/14741\/","title":{"rendered":"HOKA NAMED\u00a0MAIN SPONSOR\u00a0OF THE ZURICH MARAT\u00d3 BARCELONA\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/zurichmaratobarcelona.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/portada1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14742\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>HOKA\u00ae, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), today announces a new partnership with the Zurich Marat\u00f3 de Barcelona,&nbsp;<strong>becoming the event\u2019s Main Sponsor from March 2026 through to 2030.<\/strong>&nbsp;The agreement brings together one of the world\u2019s fastest-growing performance running brands with one of Europe\u2019s most iconic marathons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The partnership reflects HOKA\u2019s mission to inspire people to move and its continued commitment to the global running community. As title sponsor, HOKA will play a central role across the entire race experience,&nbsp;<strong>from the start line to the finish, encouraging runners of all abilities to \u201cfly\u201d through the streets of Barcelona.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the agreement, HOKA will serve as the official supplier of the race shirt, provided to all participants. The brand will also launch an exclusive co-branded HOKA x&nbsp;Zurich Marat\u00f3 de Barcelona&nbsp;collection, available at the race expo, celebrating both the character of the event and the unique spirit of Barcelona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 edition of the marathon,&nbsp;<strong>on 15<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;March<\/strong>, is expected to welcome&nbsp;<strong>32,000 runners<\/strong>, with&nbsp;<strong>60% traveling from abroad and representation from more than 100 nationalities<\/strong>, further reinforcing the event\u2019s reputation as a truly diverse and inclusive race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Widely regarded as one of Europe\u2019s premier running events, the Barcelona Marathon is known for its scenic city-centre course and vibrant atmosphere, attracting tens of thousands of runners each year from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cBecoming the main partner of the Barcelona Marathon is an incredible opportunity to support this iconic race and the passionate global running community it brings together,\u201d said Guido Geilenkirchen, VP &amp; GM, HOKA EMEA. \u201cWe\u2019re honoured to bring HOKA\u2019s spirit of bold movement to Barcelona and inspire runners from around the world to fly together through one of the world\u2019s most extraordinary cities. We look forward to championing every runner who takes on this course and helping make the race more memorable than ever.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cHaving HOKA as our main sponsor marks an exciting new era for the Barcelona Marathon,\u201d said Cristian Llorens, Assets Directo of RPM Sports. \u201cHOKA\u2019s dedication to performance, innovation, and community perfectly aligns with our vision for the event\u2019s future. Together, we aim to inspire thousands to take part and make every step memorable.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the partnership, HOKA and the Barcelona Marathon will collaborate on race-day activations, athlete initiatives, and community engagement programs that highlight the city\u2019s dynamic running culture. The&nbsp;Zurich Marat\u00f3 de&nbsp;BarcelonaBarcelona will debut a refreshed visual identity and an enhanced race-day experience, marking the first edition under the new agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About HOKA\u00ae&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HOKA\u00ae is one of the fastest-growing performance footwear and apparel brands in history. Conceived in the mountains, HOKA footwear delivers an unprecedented combination of enhanced cushioning and support for a uniquely smooth ride. Every day, HOKA pushes the innovation and design of its footwear and apparel by teaming up with a deep roster of world champions, taste makers and everyday athletes. From finish lines to everyday life, HOKA fans love the brand for its bold and unexpected approach, and its belief in the power of humanity to create change for a better world. HOKA empowers a world of athletes to fly over the earth. For more information, visit<a href=\"https:\/\/6jvof.r.bh.d.sendibt3.com\/mk\/cl\/f\/sh\/28xHLtxZQ0KqQgm66jsfAIlfvPUYCMsSTD\/T7v1EM37zk96\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;HOKA.com<\/a>&nbsp;or follow @HOKA_EU. #FlyHumanFly &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Deckers Brands &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deckers Brands is a global leader in designing, marketing and distributing innovative footwear, apparel and accessories developed for both everyday casual lifestyle use and high-performance activities. The Company&#8217;s portfolio of brands includes UGG\u00ae, HOKA\u00ae, and Teva\u00ae, Deckers Brands products are sold in more than 50 countries and territories through select department and specialty stores, Company-owned and operated retail stores, and select online stores, including Company-owned websites. Deckers Brands has over 50-years of history building niche footwear brands into lifestyle market leaders attracting millions of loyal consumers globally. For more information, please visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/6jvof.r.bh.d.sendibt3.com\/mk\/cl\/f\/sh\/28xHLtxZQ0KqQgm66jsfAIlfvPUYCMsSTD\/q-LFQyGhAqR3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.deckers.com<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HOKA\u00ae, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), today announces a new partnership with the Zurich Marat\u00f3 de Barcelona,&nbsp;becoming the event\u2019s Main Sponsor from March 2026 through to 2030.&nbsp;The agreement brings together one of the world\u2019s fastest-growing performance running brands with one of Europe\u2019s most iconic marathons. 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