Thousands of runners took to the streets Sunday morning for the 34th annual Los Angeles Marathon, an event that draws participants from across the country and around the world.
Thousands of runners took to the streets Sunday morning for the, an event that draws participants from across the country and around the world.
More than 24,000 people — from professional runners to weekend athletes — were expected to hit the 26.2-mile course, extending from Dodger Stadium near downtown L.A. to the beach in Santa Monica. In addition to all 50 states, entrants include runners from a record 66 countries.The race began at 6:30 a.m. with wheelchair participants, followed by the women’s elite field at 6:45 a.m., and the rest of the runners at 6:55 a.m., organizers said.
The event will result in a number of major street closures, including Sunset Boulevard, portions of Doheny Drive, Santa Monica Boulevard, Sepulveda Boulevard, Wilshire Boulevard, San Vicente Boulevard and Ocean Avenue, organizers said. More information about street closures can be found at theStreet closures were set to begin at midnight Saturday and continue throughout the day along the course. Most roads should reopen by midafternoon.
Runners can expect ideal weather, with sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s, according to the National Weather Service.At several points in its history, organizers have talked about rivaling the big ones in New York, Boston and Tokyo. But the elite marathon calendar is packed, and elbowing for higher status requires six-figure prize money, more than L.A. has been willing to offer.
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