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Two marathon moments are among the nominees for the International Fair Play Award by World Athletics. Kenyan runner Irine Cheptai is nominated for helping Australian Paralympian Michael Roeger at the Sydney Marathon. Roeger, who has no right forearm or hand, missed several drink stations.
In the Boston Marathon, runners Aaron Beggs and Robson De Oliveira helped a fallen Ajay Haridasse cross the finish line. Haridasse, a 21-year-old student, collapsed near the end. The third nominee is pole vaulters Mondo Duplantis and Emmanouil Karalis. Read more racing coverage.
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What should runners know about Two Marathon Moments Nominated for World Athletics’ Fair Play Award?
Kenyan runner and Australian Paralympian, plus Boston Marathon helpers, shortlisted Two marathon moments are among the nominees for the International Fair Play Award by World Athletics. Kenyan runner Irine Cheptai is nominated for helping Australian Paralympian Michael Roeger at the Sydney Marathon. Roeger, who has no right forearm or hand, missed several drink stations.
When did Runner World publish this racing brief?
Runner World published this brief on November 7, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated November 7, 2026.
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