HIPTHER, media brand and organizer of renowned boutique networking events for the Gaming and Tech industries, is thrilled to announce the ending and the Big Winners of its  iGaming & TECH Fall–Winter Run-Off 2024–2025, presented and sponsored by GameOn.

The results are in, and the iGaming and tech community has once again gone the distance! The iGaming & TECH Fall–Winter Run-Off 2024–2025, proudly presented by GameOn, came to a strong finish, celebrating movement, determination, and next-level endurance.

Over the past few months, dozens of industry professionals laced up and braved the rain, wind, and cold for a virtual challenge that turned kilometers into camaraderie – and competition. Participants from across the globe logged hundreds (and in some cases, thousands!) of kilometers in this season’s challenge, proving that the iGaming & tech world knows how to move.

A massive congratulations to our Top 5 Women and Top 5 Men, who truly embodied the spirit of the Run-Off and inspired us all with their dedication:

🏅 Top 5 Women:

🥇 1st Place: Lucy Owen (Playtech) – 1794.3 km

🥈 2nd Place: Stefania Nitulescu (Betfair Romania Development) – 1116.5 km (Winner of the 2024 Summer Run-Off Challenge, ASICS Frontrunner)

🥉 3rd Place: Galya Srugo (Paysecure) – 970.2 km

🏅 4th Place: Irma Kristic (NSoft ) – 859.7 km

🏅 5th Place: Ineta Macinskiene (WALLETTO) – 520.3 km (Also a top 5 finisher in the 2024 Summer Run-Off Challenge)

🏅 Top 5 Men:

🥇 1st Place: Hristijan Nasevski (Bragg) – 1678.7 km (Winner of the 2024 Summer Run-Off Challenge)

🥈 2nd Place: Rob Fell (RiskCherry) – 835.6 km

🥉 3rd Place: Krystian Kotynia (Relout) – 776.9 km (Also placed in the top 5 during the 2024 Summer Run-Off Challenge)

🏅 4th Place: Will Talbut (Playtech) – 763.4 km

🏅 5th Place: Heimar Lecht (Telesign) – 758.5 km (Another consistent top performer from the 2024 Summer Run-Off Challenge)

Zoltan Tuendik, Co-Founder at HIPTHER and Founder of the HIPTHER iGaming Strava Club, stated: “The iGaming Runners Strava Club has far surpassed our expectations, and we’re only just getting started. With Summer Runoff 2.0 on the horizon and even more exciting plans in the pipeline, this community is picking up serious momentum—one step at a time

From consistent champions to first-time participants, every single runner in this challenge has made a mark. Whether you were in it to compete or simply to stay active and motivated through the colder months – your passion and perseverance made this challenge unforgettable.”

HIPTHER and GameOn would like to thank each and every participant for bringing their A-game to this season’s challenge. Your energy keeps the iGaming & tech community strong and united—even while running solo.

The next iGaming & TECH Run-Off challenge returns in May 2025, so stay tuned for more! Until then – keep running, keep pushing, and keep leveling up.

About HIPTHER’s iGaming & TECH Run-Off

At HIPTHER, wellness and sustainability aren’t trends – they’re part of our DNA. The #hipthers were the first to introduce Fitness and Wellness Networking into boutique conferences, featuring Morning Networking Runs and Yoga Sessions that helped set the tone for mindful connection.

In 2024, inspired by the incredible dedication of participants, HIPTHER Co-Founder Zoltan Tuendik launched the HIPTHER Run-Off Club on Strava, a global community initiative to promote health, fitness, and camaraderie within the iGaming and Tech industries.

With the unwavering support of GameOn as main sponsor, the Club has since organized dedicated Run-Offs during major industry events like SiGMA Europe 2024 and ICE Barcelona 2025 – uniting passionate runners from around the world in a celebration of movement, connection, and shared momentum.