USATF Half Marathon Finish Stands After Lead Vehicle Misrouting Protest
Athletes protested misdirection caused by a lead vehicle in the USATF Half Marathon Championship in Atlanta; the protest was denied and the jury of appeals found a rule violation but could not alter the finish order, which remains final. The race was a selection event for the 2026 World Road Running Championships, with team selection due in May. USATF will review the incident and directs any course/vehicle questions to the Atlanta Track Club.