Runners praise first Northern Metropolis Marathon, though route, heat made it tough

The inaugural Heung Yee Kuk Northern Metropolis Marathon drew praise from elite and international runners for its novel route along the newly opened Fanling Bypass, even as unseasonal morning heat, rolling slopes and initial logistical hiccups pushed competitors to their limits. Concluding at midday on Sunday, the r…

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