Flying Pig Marathon adjusts age restrictions following controversy and injury.
The Flying Pig Marathon has updated its age restrictions for runners, with participants needing to be at least 18 years old to participate in the full marathon. The move comes a year after a 6-year-old boy's participation in the marathon sparked controversy and discussion over social media. The boy completed the race with his parents and siblings, but the family faced backlash as the discussion over whether that level of exercise could be safe for a young child spread across the internet. The new policy allows waivers in certain circumstances, but the runner must still be at least 12 years old and have parental and medical approval.