Boston Marathon Reportedly To Be Postponed Due To Coronavirus Pandemic (via NESN)
Authorities and organizers are nearing a decision todue to fears of the coronavirus pandemic, WCVB reported Thursday, citing sources. Organizers are looking to reschedule the 124th running of the Boston Marathon until September. Furthermore, Massachusetts lawmakers are considering creating a special holiday in September, on which the 2020 Boston Marathon will take place, sources told WCVB.
Boston mayor Marty Walsh and Massachusetts governor Charlie Baker admitted Tuesday cancelling or postponing the Boston Marathonbut also insisted such decisions were among the scenarios under consideration. The WCVB report seemingly indicates the race won’t happen on its original scheduled date of April 20.
The Boston Athletic Association, which organizes the Boston Marathon, said Thursday morning it still was having conversations with authorities and other stakeholders and would release details in the future.continues to meet & work closely with city & state officials involved in the Boston Marathon. Our collective priority is the health & safety of residents, participants & all who come to MA for this worldwide event. This is rapidly evolving & details will be forthcoming.
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