Despite the air quality being poor in Delhi, organisers of the Delhi Half Marathon—Procam International-- plan to go ahead with the race on November 19. “We still have 10 days to go and we are hopeful things will improve,” said Vivek Singh, a member of the organising committee. “Air pollution was a big concern last year too. READ | Title sponsor raises concern over pollution during Delhi Half Marathon, may cut tieTop athletes readyEthiopia’s world record holder and Rio Olympic champion in women’s 10,000m, Almaz Ayana has confirmed her participation. Meanwhile, British Olympic champion in men’s 100m Linford Christie will also be present on the race day.
Source: Hindustan Times November 09, 2017 18:00 UTC