New York City Marathon cancelled due to Covid-19 pandemic
Berlin Marathon organisers also opt to shelve plans for 2020 race
24 June 2020 - 19:07
New York — The New York City Marathon, one of the most prestigious events on the global running calendar, has been cancelled this year because of the Covid-19 pandemic, race organisers said on Wednesday.
The New York Road Runners (NYRR), in partnership with the mayor's office, said the decision to cancel the marathon was made due to Covid-19-related health and safety concerns for runners, spectators, volunteers and staff...
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