Phoenix Park 10k accidentally becomes 8.5k due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’

An accidental cheat code...

"Athletics Ireland and the event organiser Dublin City Harriers wish to apologise to all participants for the unforeseen circumstances that led to today’s Great Ireland Run (incorporating the national 10k championship) being less than the specified distance. "Athletics Ireland will continue to engage with the race organisers on the matter and update national 10k championship participants when further information becomes available."

The Irish Times

"The problem arose around the 3km mark, when the runners were misdirected and with that missed out on another of the smaller 1.5km laps. As the race progressed from there it was evident they were running short, only it was clearly too late to turn back."

Some runners have called for a refund on their entry fee, while others have joked they'll take a 10k certificate with their 8.5k time and call it even.

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