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title: "M’sian Marathoner Sets Guinness World Record By Completing Full Marathon In Traditional Baju Melayu Under 3 Hours"
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date: 2023-04-24
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# M’sian Marathoner Sets Guinness World Record By Completing Full Marathon In Traditional Baju Melayu Under 3 Hours

Edan Syah, a Malaysian runner, has recently achieved a Guinness World Record by completing a full marathon while wearing traditional attire within 3 hours.

## Running in Baju Melayu

Earlier this year, he shared that he was invited to run his 35th full marathon the [TCS London Marathon](https://www.tcslondonmarathon.com/) 2023, in partnership with [Livability UK](https://www.livability.org.uk/).

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/ladpgr5prd3dpq7navnnawi-770-761.jpg)Photo via [Instagram/Edan Syah](https://www.instagram.com/p/CrA8fkghbyj/)

However, Edan had plans to run the marathon a little differently this time - by gearing up in a full traditional Baju Melayu dress!

He broke his inspiring news in a post on his Instagram page, saying,

> **"Insha'Allah, I will seize a challenging opportunity with the mission to run and complete the 42.2KM Full Marathon at the TCS London Marathon 2023, fully dressed in traditional Malay attire, including a Baju Melayu, a Sampin, and a Songkok".**

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/ladpgr5prd2mogznav7nawi-770-766.jpg)Photo via [Instagram/Edan Syah](https://www.instagram.com/p/CqevuyeBDqH/)

He even had a custom-made outfit tailored just for him, designed and created by [Bulan Bintang](https://www.instagram.com/bulanbintanghq/), a local boutique that creates high-quality Muslim contemporary clothing.

> [ View this post on Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CraxKSpoSaA/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[A post shared by Edan Syah | SACRun.Coach (@edansyah)](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CraxKSpoSaA/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)

## Bulan Bintang Road to London : Make Baju Melayu Great Again

Edan made history at the marathon by managing to complete it in under 3 hours, with a time of 2 hours, 49 minutes, and 22 seconds proudly dressed in his traditional clothes.

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/ladpgskskcwoqz3naqlnawi-770-674.jpg)Photo via [Instagram/Edan Syah](https://www.instagram.com/p/CrZgbMjIbzA/)

#### Not only that, he also earned himself the title of a Guinness World Record Holder for the title the Fastest Full Marathon (42.2km) in Traditional Malay Dress (Male)!

In addition, this is not the first time Edan Syah has earned a Guinness World Record. He previously set a record five years ago for the Fastest Marathon With a National Flag Costume, completing the Blackmores Sydney Running Festival in Australia with a time of 2 hours and 54 minutes.

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/ladpgskskcwhfxhnav7nawi-770-766.jpg)Photo via [Instagram/Edan Syah](https://www.instagram.com/p/BnxX7nCH5XU/)

***WeirdKaya has reached out to Edan for further comments and will update the article accordingly when we receive a reply.***

## 9 years of running and counting

As per [Edan's personal website](https://www.edansyah.com/), he discovered his talent for running nine years ago, when he continuously pushed his limits and enhanced his performance.

This realization sparked a passion in him to chase his dreams and unleash his maximum potential as a runner.

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/ladpgto6pbpswo7nav3nawi-770-765.jpg)Photo via [Instagram/Edan Syah](https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq9mlachfHW/)

**Edan Syah is renowned for being the youngest and fastest Malaysian to complete the 119th Boston Marathon in 2015, with a time of 2:41:55. **

**Ranking in the top 1.33% of the field size, Edan joined 26,610 marathoners from around the globe who qualified for this prestigious race based on their age groups.**

Determined to elevate the sport of running, Edan seeks to share his knowledge and experience with the running community and contribute to the development of talented runners for his country.

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/ladpgsh3lij67blnavvnawi-770-763.jpg)Photo via [Instagram/Edan Syah](https://www.instagram.com/p/CoBZh7Kh3je/)

Known as the "Citizen Runner," Edan is not a professional athlete but instead balances his full-time job with training and recovery.

Despite these challenges, he has motivated countless individuals through his running journey.

*Congratulations to Edan for snagging his second Guinness title and making his fellow Malaysians proud!*