Edmonton Marathon director apologizes after course measured incorrectly

The Edmonton Marathon is apologizing after discovering its course was measured incorrectly, recanting an earlier statement that had confirmed the race's accuracy. Race director Tom Keogh stated that an additional 675 meters were included in the marathon's standard 42.2-kilometer distance.

In an emailed statement, Keogh explained that a review revealed an error in calculating an offset for a detour. This miscalculation led to the course being longer than intended.

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We understand that every participant arrives at the start line having invested months of dedicated training, hard work, courage and deeply held goals.

Despite the measurement error, the event saw both the men's and women's fastest-time records broken. More than 10,000 participants registered for the marathon.

Keogh apologized for the mistake, acknowledging the significant investment participants make in training and preparation. The Edmonton Marathon is collaborating with Athletics Canada to determine how to handle this year's results, which is crucial as the marathon can serve as a qualifying event for other races, such as the Boston Marathon.

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We hosted the nation’s best athletes and their finishing times did not truly reflect their amazing performances.