The Boston Marathon has been canceled for the first time in its 124-year history. All participants who were set to run in the event will be eligible to participate in an online alternative.
Boston Police officers ride past the finish line of the Boston Marathon, which was canceled and replaced with a virtual event on Thursday.Boston Police officers ride past the finish line of the Boston Marathon, which was canceled and replaced with a virtual event on Thursday.The 124th annual Boston Marathon has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
All participants who were set to run in the event initially slated for April 20 and later pushed back to Sept. 14 will be offered a full refund of their entry fee and have the opportunity to participate in the alternative.According to the statement, participants will be required to complete the full 26.2 miles in six continuous hours or less with proof of timing. The distance can be run any time between Sept. 7 and Sept. 14.
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