2025 Milo Marathon Dumaguete leg organizers nullify participation of viral runner who spread arms before the finish line
The organizers of the National Milo Marathon 2025's Dumaguete leg nullified the participation of a runner involved in a viral altercation.
In a statement on April 2, Milo and Run Rio noted that the runner spread out her arms before the finish line, coming into contact with the one behind her and causing them to fall to the ground.
“After a thorough review of all evidence and information, the management group announces its official decision to nullify the participation of the runner who caused the incident,” the statement read. "The runner in question had already voluntarily returned her award prior to the decision."
Organizers said they also reached out to the two runners who "have reached a common and amicable understanding of the incident," which happened on March 23.
"We trust that these developments bring a proper closure to the incident," they said, adding that they urge the observance of respect for every participant, "whether on social media or on the ground."
They also look forward to enhancing their "current race monitoring system to ensure that any necessary resolutions are finalized as quickly as possible."
"Our entire team is fully committed to the smooth continuation of the country’s biggest and longest-held running event as together with you, we create safe, fun, and memorable running experiences," they continued.
The Milo Marathon, dubbed the biggest and longest-running marathon in the country, began in 1974 as a single-race event in Metro Manila.
It went on to become a nationwide event attended by hundreds of thousands of runners. On its website, the brand said over 3.5 million runners have crossed the finish line since its launch.
