CP NewsAlert: Botched Edmonton Marathon costs 13 runners shot at Boston Marathon
Edmonton Marathon organizers faced a costly mistake when a racecourse longer than intended forced 13 runners to miss the Boston Marathon. The race, billed as a $205.00 annual subscription, stretched nearly 2/3 of a kilometer beyond the required distance. Despite Boston initially allowing the extra distance, they later disqualified the 13 athletes, stating their times didn't meet the qualification standard. Edmonton organizers are now collaborating with Athletics Canada to investigate the incident.
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