The Fukuoka International Open Marathon will hold its last race in December 2021. Two world records were set at the event that began in 1947 and was awarded World Athletics Heritage status in 2020 to offer one of the fastest marathon routes in the world. However, due to the reduced participation by the world’s top runners, the tournament had faced financial challenges during recent years. Source: NHK / Nikkan Sports
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