ALMATY, Kazakhstan, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Professional sportswear brand XTEP has sponsored top Almaty runner Zhangabek Yessenbol in the Almaty Half Marathon 2025 on April 20, who finished second with a remarkable time of 01:07:05, wearing XTEP's 160X 6.0 PRO trainer. As one of the most influential running races in Kazakhstan, the Almaty Half Marathon 2025 has attracted top runners from around the world. The race is not only a stage for runners to go beyond themselves, but also demonstrates XTEP's exceptional strength in athletic performance and brand influence.

The impressive performance of Zhangabek Yessenbol is greatly supported by well-designed running shoes that provide the necessary support and comfort. The 160X 6.0 PRO features the innovative XTEP ACE midsole technology with the industry's first Shot-Molded Foam. This technology provides stronger rebound, lightness and perfectly balanced density, giving runners a strong sense of rebound with every step. The new GT700 Golden Carbon Plate, reinforced with PI fibers, is about 20% lighter than a standard carbon plate of the same structural strength, and the tensile strength of the PI fibers reaches up to 3.5GPa. The shoe delivers exceptional forefoot propulsion efficiency and a 9.9% enhancement in propulsion, offering runners unparalleled speed, stability, and power.

XTEP has always been committed to providing elite runners with the most professional equipment support to help them achieve breakthroughs in serious races. The brand consistently embodies the spirit of "Run Different".

"Run Different" represents XTEP's mission to inspiring professional runners to push their limits, both in rigorous training and competitive environments. This slogan encourages athletes not only to strive for victory on the racecourse but also to overcome personal challenges in their lives. As a leader in speed running, XTEP focuses on designing and creating professional, high-performance trainers to support elite runners refresh their personal bests and get on the podium. In the future, XTEP will continue to innovate and provide exceptional equipment that supports runners in realizing their dreams.

The remarkable achievement of Zhangabek Yessenbol at the Almaty Half Marathon 2025 is just one example of XTEP's ongoing commitment to athletic excellence in Kazakhstan. In addition to sponsoring top runners, XTEP has been actively contributing to the development of the running community in the country. As part of these efforts, we are excited to announce that XTEP has established XTEP Kazakhstan Elite Running team. The team made its highly anticipated debut at the Almaty Half Marathon 2025 on April 20.

Welcome to our stores in Kazakhstan, where you can experience the champion runner's choice: the 160X6.0 PRO and our exclusive apparel.

• MEGA Park shopping mall (2nd floor. Mukagali Makataev Street 127/1, Almaty 050000, Kazakhstan) • ADK shopping mall (2nd floor. Satpaev St 90/5, Almaty 050000, Kazakhstan) • Grand Park (Kabdolova street 1, block 6, line D, boutique number 15, Almaty 050000, Kazakhstan) • Moskva metropolitan shopping mall (Ground floor. Almaty, 8th microdistrict, 37/1, 050000, Kazakhstan) • Aport Mall East (2nd floor. 106 Kuldzhinsky tract, Almaty) About XTEP Xtep Group, one of the leading sports brands in China, was founded in 1987 and officially established as the brand XTEP in 2001. The Group was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on June 3, 2008 (01368.hk). In 2019, the Group started its global strategy, incorporating Saucony, Merrell, K-Swiss, and Palladium to become a leading international sports group with multiple sports brands.

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