Edmonton Marathon organisers say 2026 route was 674m too long
- The organisers of the Edmonton Marathon have admitted the course measured more than half a kilometre too long for the 2026 edition.
- The annual event in Alberta, Canada is often used as a qualifier for the prestigious Boston Marathon.
- But a number of frustrated runners voiced concerns online after the race, noting that the distance on their GPS running watches was over 26.22 miles.
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- The organisers of the Edmonton Marathon have admitted the course measured more than half a kilometre too long for the 2026 edition.
- The annual event in Alberta, Canada is often used as a qualifier for the prestigious Boston Marathon.
- But a number of frustrated runners voiced concerns online after the race, noting that the distance on their GPS running watches was over 26.22 miles.
Sources: BBC News