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ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon postponed until next year

Decision made by ADSC amid prevailing coronavirus pandemic situation

Last updated: October 10, 2020 | 14:18

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The ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon has been postponed.

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Dubai: The 2020 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, which was scheduled on December 11, has been postponed until 2021, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced.

The postponement in reaction to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic situation and the resulting difficulties for athletes to travel to compete in the UAE capital.

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