On April 5, the 8th Tashkent International Marathon 2026 took place in Tashkent. It is one of the most significant sporting events of the spring, annually attracting thousands of participants to the capital, uniting professional athletes, running enthusiasts, and active lifestyle supporters. This year, the UCMG (UZCARD Management Group) team traditionally joined the marathon: over 100 employees of the group of companies participated in various distances.
Participation in the Tashkent International Marathon reflects UCMG’s focus on a culture of active living and initiatives that unite employees beyond the daily work context. For the team, it was an opportunity to experience a shared rhythm, a personal challenge, and the atmosphere of a major sporting event. Such formats strengthen internal ties and support a culture of participation and engagement. With businesses increasingly focusing on wellness and corporate sports, such initiatives are becoming an important part of a modern company’s internal environment.
As Yulia Tsapkova, UCMG Deputy Director General for HR, noted: “For us, participating in the Tashkent International Marathon is a natural part of UCMG’s corporate culture, which values energy, engagement, respect for individual motivation, and team spirit. When more than 100 group employees participate in the race, it speaks to a vibrant internal environment where people share common values, momentum, and growth. We highly value such initiatives because they foster a strong team environment based on trust, inner drive, and shared rhythm.”
For the UCMG team, participating in the Tashkent International Marathon became part of a larger city event that unites people around movement, energy, and a common goal. For the group of companies, this is another opportunity to foster an environment where team spirit thrives and naturally extends beyond work.
The team also plans to participate in the Bukhara Night Race 2026 this month.
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