Runner dies after collapsing at Garmin marathon event in Putrajaya

A runner died after collapsing during the Garmin Run event held in Putrajaya on Saturday, raising concerns about participant safety at mass sporting events in the nation's administrative capital.

The 42-year-old man collapsed during the race and was immediately attended to by medical personnel on site. Despite emergency response efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.

Investigators noted that the deceased had no reported history of chronic illness or medical conditions that would have flagged him as at-risk. The exact cause of death has not yet been determined, pending further investigation.

The Garmin Run, a popular mass participation running event, was interrupted following the incident as organizers coordinated with emergency services and authorities. Participants and witnesses at the event were questioned as part of the ongoing investigation.

Authorities have not released the identity of the deceased pending notification of family members. Police said investigations are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the collapse.