In this video, participants from different cities and countries around the world compete for the title of the fastest Santa, running a distance of 2.5 km (1,24 miles) starting from the Central Palace Square in St. Petersburg, along the Moyka River and Millionnaya street, with the finish line set under the Arch of the General Staff Building.
Despite the snow, ice and cold weather, contenders, aged from 4 to 80, enjoy the annual race, anticipating the medals they will receive after the competition.
