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- 1LA Marathon criticised for giving medals to runners who stopped at mile 18●"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 giving finisher medals to runners who stopped at mile 18 when the course was cut short. Critics argue a marathon must be the full 26.2 miles, while supporters say runners had no choice but to stop. The debate has split opinion online over whether participants deserved the medals.
- 2LA28 Olympic Torch Relay to Visit All 50 States, Starting in Atlanta●HISTORIC LA28 OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY TO TRAVEL THROUGH ALL 50 STATES, STARTING IN ATLANTA
Organisers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics have announced a torch relay that will pass through all 50 US states, beginning in Atlanta. It is presented as a historic first for the Games, with the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee backing the announcement. The route honours the centenary of the modern Olympic marathon finishing in Los Angeles in 1932, drawing wide interest ahead of the Games.