US EditionBoston Marathon no-shows similar to 2024, dispelling concerns that politics would scare runners away
- The 129th Boston Marathon started on Monday with 28,928 runners crossing the Hopkinton starting line.
- Entrants totaled 31,778, and 2,850 registered runners did not start the race.
- The number of no-shows represented less than 9% of registered runners, similar to last year's 2,838.
- Mayor Michelle Wu stated, "Regardless of what’s happening at other levels... In Boston we welcome everyone."
- Despite concerns about international travel, the marathon had entries from 128 countries, dispelling fears of low turnout.
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Boston Marathon no-shows similar to 2024, dispelling concerns that politics would scare runners away
The Boston Marathon had about the same number of no-shows as last year, dispelling concerns that international runners would skip the race in the face of increased U.S. border scrutiny. About 2,850 registered runners did not cross the starting line…
Boston Marathon no-shows similar to 2024, dispelling concerns that politics would scare runners away - What's Up Newp
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Marathon had about the same number of no-shows as last year, dispelling concerns that international runners would skip the race in the face of increased U.S. border scrutiny. A total of 28,928 runners started the 129th edition of the marathon on Monday, from a field of 31,778 entrants. That leaves 2,850 who […] The post Boston Marathon no-shows similar to 2024, dispelling concerns that politics would scare runners away a…
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