Sports Activities

1. Beirut Marathon

The Beirut Marathon Association reached out to honor Mélanie’s legacy as an exceptional athlete who left a lasting mark on the athletics community. In her memory, they established the “Mélanie Freiha Award”. This award is more than a mere trophy; it was designed to symbolize empowerment, resilience, and encouragement, particularly for young girls. Celebrating the Lebanese winners of the 5 km youth race, the award continues to inspire countless young individuals to embrace their potential and pursue their dreams with courage, determination, and unwavering strength.

To celebrate her inspiring spirit and commitment to excellence in sports, the Mélanie Freiha Association mobilized over 500 participants across multiple years to run in her name during the marathon.

2. Grand Prix Mélanie

The Mélanie Freiha Grand Prix is a Track and Field competition unique of its kind in Lebanon. Held annually by the Lebanese Athletics Federation and the Jamhour Sports Club, with the support of the Mélanie Freiha Association, the event gathers athletes from across the country to compete. Throughout the day, participants accumulate points in various events, and at the end, seven winners are declared. Each winner is awarded the Mélanie Freiha Grand Prix trophy, along with a gold coin as their prize.