New York City Marathon Canceled Amid Coronavirus Fears

The New York City Marathon, scheduled for November 1st, has been canceled due to the pandemic. The decision was made by the New York Road Runners Organization in coordination with the mayor's office, prioritizing health and safety. Mayor Bill de Blasio supported the decision. Last year's marathon had over 53,000 participants, making it the largest in the world. Affected runners can get a refund or free entry to future marathons. Next year's marathon is planned for November 7th, and a virtual race will be held from October 17th to November 1st.

Why was the New York City Marathon canceled this year?

• Due to financial issues

• Because of the ongoing pandemic

• Due to a lack of participants

• Because of bad weather

Who coordinated with the New York Rd Runners Organization to cancel the marathon?

• The police department

• The mayor's office

• The health department

• The governor's office

What did Mayor Bill de Blasio emphasize in his statement?

• The economic impact of the marathon

• The importance of health and safety

• The need for more volunteers

• The history of the marathon

How many runners completed last year's New York City Marathon?

• Less than 30,000

• Over 60,000

• About 40,000

• More than 50,000

What options are available for runners who registered for this year's marathon?

• Free entry to next year's marathon only

• A refund only

• A refund or entry to a different race

• A refund or free entry to one of the next three marathons