Press Release - Boston Marathon - 10/26/16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

   B.A.A. Statement on Today's Court of Arbitration for Sport Decision

The Boston Athletic Association has received the Court of Arbitration for 
Sport decision in the arbitration procedure between the IAAF, Athletics 
Kenya, and Rita Jeptoo. 
 
According to the decision by the CAS, Rita Jeptoo's result in the 2014 
Boston Marathon is disqualified, and in conformance with IAAF rules the 
B.A.A. will seek to reclaim the winnings. 
 
The B.A.A. will initiate a review of the 2014 Boston Marathon results and 
subsequent adjustments. 
 
The B.A.A. supports the decision by the CAS, the pursuit of fair 
competition, and justice for those who seek to gain unfair advantages.

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