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LA Marathon criticised for giving medals to runners who stopped at mile 18
Original: "A marathon is 26.2 miles": Internet divided after LA Marathon gave medals to runners who stopped at mile 18
The Los Angeles Marathon is facing backlash after awarding finisher medals to runners who stopped at around mile 18, well short of the full 26.2-mile distance. Organisers cut the course short, reportedly due to extreme heat conditions, but many runners and observers argue a marathon medal should only go to those who complete the full distance. Others defend the decision as a safety call.
Why now: People are debating whether safety-related course changes justify giving full marathon medals to runners who did not complete the distance.
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