Event Detail
The Larian MAPPA XXI 2026 took place on 8 August at Dataran Putrajaya, Precinct 3. The programme featured a new 21K half-marathon category alongside 10K, 5K and a 3K fun walk. Malaysian public broadcaster RTM reported 9,875 race participants and a broader crowd exceeding 13,000. The half marathon was flagged off at 4:00 am. Historical edition, now complete.
2026 Results & Event Recap
Larian MAPPA XXI 2026 took place at Dataran Putrajaya on Saturday 8 August, celebrating participation among Malaysia's public service, private sector and wider community.
Confirmed reported participation
National broadcaster RTM, reporting on the event day, distinguished 9,875 people participating in the run from a broader crowd of more than 13,000 participants and visitors. These numbers describe different groups and should not be treated as equivalent. This edition introduced a 21K half-marathon category for the first time.
Distances and event programme
The running programme comprised 21K, 10K, 5K and a 3K fun walk, with the half marathon beginning at 4:00 am. The event also offered community activities and 42 exhibition booths. RTM described RM26,000 in cash prizes and a lucky draw with prizes worth more than RM100,000, including a car.
Historical podiums
RTM's event recap does not provide a complete official timing leaderboard for each distance. Individual winners and times remain unverified here rather than inferred from promotional coverage.
FAQs
When? 8 August 2026. Venue? Dataran Putrajaya, Presint 3. How many ran? RTM reported 9,875. Why do articles say 13,000? That larger figure includes visitors. What was new? The 21K category.
Source
Historical reporting distinguishes race participation from the surrounding event crowd.