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A marathon run that has a thirsty end

A marathon run that has a thirsty end

15 Sept 02:33 Key points summarised by AI
  • The 2018 Charity Chon Buri marathon sparked widespread criticism due to a severe and dangerous lack of drinking water for participants.
  • Runners endured extreme thirst, resorting to desperate measures like sipping water from melting ice or receiving water from construction workers, causing many to abandon the race.
  • One full marathon participant, Poon Kub, was hospitalized in the ICU with kidney issues after suffering severe dehydration and cramps during the event.
  • Organizers apologized for the poor management, citing an unexpected number of runners, but also suggested they aimed to save more money for the hospital donation.
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