Training for 43rd Bank of America Chicago Marathon Kicks Off Next Week as Planning Continues for the Return of the Event this...
June 03 2021 - 10:00AM
Business Wire
Event Organizers and the City of Chicago are
Working Closely on Plans to Welcome 35,000 Participants Back to the
Streets of Chicago on Sunday, October 10
Thousands of runners will kick off their 18-week training
journey next week in preparation for the Bank of America Chicago
Marathon. Race officials are working closely with the City of
Chicago, including the Chicago Department of Public Health, to
produce a safe and enjoyable experience for event attendees and the
Chicago community. The Chicago Marathon is set to welcome 35,000
participants for the event’s return on Sunday, October 10,
2021.
"The Bank of America Chicago Marathon has long been one of our
city's most exciting events for runners and onlookers alike—making
last year's decision to cancel it all the more difficult," said
Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot. "Now, thanks to the progress we've
made in our COVID-19 journey, we will be able to bring back this
Chicago staple and welcome thousands of marathoners and fans back
to our streets this fall."
“We’re excited to kick off the launch of training with our
participants next week,” said Carey Pinkowski, Bank of America
Chicago Marathon executive race director. “Over the next 18 weeks
our team will be hard at work, much like our participants,
preparing for the return of the event. After a year without a major
marathon, it feels great to know the start line is once again in
our sights.”
Race officials working on this year’s Bank of America Chicago
Marathon are developing multiple operational plans for this year’s
event. The team’s scenario planning addresses the rapidly changing
public health environment and takes into account the latest
developments in data, science, and our overall understanding of the
pandemic. Event organizers will provide registered participants
with an update in August that outlines any modifications to event
operations, policies and/or guidelines.
“Scenario planning is a fundamental component of a successful
health and safety strategy for a major city marathon,” said Dr.
George Chiampas, Bank of America Chicago Marathon medical director
and Northwestern Medicine’s director of event and community
preparedness. “This year presents a unique situation, but we are
fortunate to work side by side with leaders in the public and
private sectors who are committed to taking a measured approach
that is in line with the latest data and science.”
While guidance continues to evolve, event officials have
communicated that registered participants should be prepared for
adjustments to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. Potential
measures range from wearing a mask throughout race weekend, when
not on the 26.2-mile course route, to being asked for proof of a
negative coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result and/or a complete
vaccination series prior to the event.
For the latest event updates, registered participants and
community members are encouraged to visit the Event FAQ which is
available at chicagomarathon.com.
About the Bank of America Chicago Marathon The Bank of
America Chicago Marathon welcomes thousands of participants from
more than 100 countries and all 50 states, including a world-class
elite field, top regional and Masters runners, race veterans, debut
marathoners and charity participants. The race’s iconic course
takes runners through 29 vibrant neighborhoods on an architectural
and cultural tour of Chicago. For more information about the event
and how to get involved, go to chicagomarathon.com.
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Reporters may contact: Alex Sawyer, Bank of America
Chicago Marathon Phone: 1.312.992.6618 alex.sawyer@cemevent.com
Diane Wagner, Bank of America Phone: 1.312.992.2370
diane.wagner@bofa.com
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