FT日経 UK駅伝

“What I love about the UK Ekiden is how it brings together the best of Japanese and British traditions — athletic, cultural, and academic. It’s a race built on teamwork, and for us, that means that it's a really impactful event for our people, our brand, and our global outlook.”

"I will never forget the smiles of my colleagues cheering me on at the finish line, with Windsor Castle behind me."

"Last year I had the chance to run at UK Ekiden myself—and the moment I passed the tasuki sash, I felt something special. Ekiden isn’t just about speed; it’s about trust, teamwork, and the human connection that comes from running for your teammates. As UK Ekiden enters Year 3, ASICS is proud to return as a sponsor, and we hope this uniquely Japanese long distance relay culture will take root here in the UK—especially within its strong university sporting tradition—and inspire even more people to run together."

「このイベントが未来にわたって長く続き、日本と英国の関係を深める手助けとなることを期待しています。」

「UK駅伝は、チームワークの素晴らしさを間近に観られる絶好の機会です。 この熱いイベントを通して、日英間の人的交流がさらに育まれることでしょう！」

"We are delighted that the FT Nikkei UK Ekiden Year 3 has been shaping up so well - a tribute to the teamwork, commitment and enthusiasm that characterises the race itself. As the ranks of teams and sponsors continues to grow, we are excited about the long-term potential for this special event.”

「FT Nikkei UK Ekidenは、日経とフィナンシャル・タイムズの緊密なパートナーシップ、そして日本と英国の揺るぎない絆を象徴する、団結の精神を体現するイベントです。スポーツという共通の言語を通じて人々を結びつけ、たすきによってつながりを生み出すこの歴史的な取り組みに日経が参加できることを光栄に思います」