S'pore Decathlon's half-marathon shortened from 21km to 10km on race day due to intensifying haze
All categories were made non-competitive with no official rankings or results.
Decathlon, a sports retailer, shortened its inaugural half-marathon in Singapore from 21km to 10km on the day of the event on Sep. 27, due to worsening haze conditions. The decision was made around 3am, after reviewing air quality readings at 2am that exceeded action thresholds. The organisers informed participants via email and text message, as per their event contingency plans and guidance from SportSG and the National Environment Agency (NEA).
The 21.1km race was adjusted, while the 10km, 5km, and Kids Dash distances remained unchanged. The awards ceremony was cancelled, and all race categories were made non-competitive, without official rankings or results. The measures aimed to reduce prolonged and strenuous physical exertion while allowing participants to safely enjoy the event.
Refunds were not explicitly mentioned by the organisers, but Velarde Mikhail Allen Tacderas and Josiah Ho, two participants, expressed hope for a refund or a discount for the next year.
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