pune international marathon

MUMBAI: The Athletics Federation of India has said that it has not granted recognition to the Pune International Marathon scheduled to be held in the city on December 3.

In a letter to its affiliated states, units and coaching camps in the country, the AFI said, “This is to inform you that Athletics Federation of India has not granted permission for Pune International Marathon,” reports PTI.

The AFI has advised participants against participating in the marathon, after some athletes approached the organisation about the status of the event