Rooted in the idea that runners, much like the forces of nature, require a combination of resilience, strength and power to successfully complete the marathon. The undulating patterns and fluid lines on the medal mirror the rhythmic cadence of the sea, symbolising the ebb and flow of the race whilst giving a nod to the geographical beauty of the event location. Each participant, like the waves and the river, contributes to the collective energy and dynamism of the race, turning the tides of challenge into waves of triumph.