Runner, 42, dies after collapsing at Putrajaya event

The incident occurred during the early morning hours of the running event in Putrajaya, the federal administrative centre. The man fell during the race and was immediately attended to by medical personnel and event organisers.

Despite efforts to resuscitate him, the participant was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have since launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

The cause of the collapse has not been officially determined. The incident has prompted a review of safety protocols at large running events in the federal territory.

Families of participants in such events are typically notified of the incident, and counselling services may be made available to those affected. Putrajaya authorities said they would cooperate fully with ongoing inquiries into the matter.