JAKARTA - Two Indonesian elite runners, Rudi Febriade and Desi Kristiani, carved a story full of pride. Both of them performed with impressive time achievements at the 2026 Xiamen Marathon international event for the 42 KM (full marathon distance).
Rudi Febriade recorded a time of 2 hours 33 minutes, which was his personal best since 2018. Meanwhile, Desi Kristiani completed the race with a time of 3 hours 39 minutes, showing consistency and high fighting spirit in the marathon category.
The Xiamen Marathon 2026 was held on January 11, 2026 in Xiamen, China. This event is known for its unique and beautiful route along the seafront and has managed to attract thousands of runners from around the world. XTEP has sponsored the Xiamen Marathon for years and has become the most used shoe brand by participants, with a usage rate of 61.65 percent. As an Elite Runner, XTEP Rudi Febriade said, during the Xiamen Marathon he had to adapt to the challenging weather conditions.
"The weather in Xiamen is quite cold, the wind is strong because the race route is on the coastal area. This condition is quite draining and requires extra adaptation during the run," said Rudi.
Both Rudi Febriade and Desi Kristiani wear one of the global sports shoes XTEP type 160X 7.0 Pro. High-tech running shoes that combine the GT700 Golden carbon plate (XTEP POWER) to increase propulsion by up to 8.7 percent, the XTEP ACE+ midsole with more than 85 percent rebound, and the XTEP DURA which can last up to 2,000 kilometers thanks to AI analysis. Equipped with XTEP FIT, this shoe provides comfort and precision fit for maximum performance on the track.
XTEP's participation in the 2026 Xiamen Marathon is part of the brand's ongoing efforts to support high-performance runners, as well as proving the quality of XTEP's shoe technology which is capable of supporting performance at the international competition level and placing it as a major partner and provider of professional running equipment.
"XTEP is proud to be able to support Indonesian elite runners to perform at the world event. Rudi and Desi's achievements are proof that the combination of training, athlete determination, and the right product innovation can produce the best performance," said a representative of XTEP Indonesia.
In an effort to support runners to make higher achievements, XTEP has also invested heavily in product development, as well as continuing to upgrade its product technology.
In line with this commitment, XTEP has now officially opened a store at Central Park Mall, Floor 2, Jakarta. The presence of this store is expected to bring XTEP closer to the running community and sports lovers in Indonesia, as well as presenting a range of high-tech sports shoes and apparel products.
"With support for professional athletes and retail expansion in Indonesia, XTEP continues to strengthen its position as a sports brand that focuses on performance, innovation, and community," he said.
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