{"id":7778,"date":"2025-08-20T17:37:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T15:37:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maratonadipisa.com\/?page_id=7778"},"modified":"2026-01-08T14:58:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T13:58:02","slug":"rules-half-marathon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/maratonadipisa.com\/en\/rules-half-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Rules Half Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">SUNDAY 20 DECEMBER 2026<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">PISA &#8211; START AT 9.00 AM<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">FIDAL RACE 21,097 KM<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">27th EDITION<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"b3bc9fa8-3194-4e26-b106-c0e07883dff3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"004ea9b5-d2ca-4833-953d-9cb340378f74\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-thinking\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\">\n<h2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"11\">Distance<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"13\" data-end=\"26\"><strong data-start=\"13\" data-end=\"26\">21.097 km<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"44\">Date and Time<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"279\">The race, both <strong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"76\">competitive<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"122\">non-competitive recreational\/sporting<\/strong>, will take place on <strong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"172\">Sunday, December 20, 2026<\/strong>, on a course measured and certified by <strong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"246\">AIMS\u2013World Athletics and FIDAL<\/strong>, with the <strong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"279\">start at 9:00 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"284\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"312\">Participation and Entry<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"470\">The <strong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"354\">Half Marathon \u2013 La Pisanina 2026<\/strong> is open to Italian and foreign athletes born in <strong data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"422\">2008 or earlier<\/strong>, who fall into one of the following categories:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"1692\">\n<li data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"504\">\n<p data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"504\"><strong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"503\">FIDAL-registered athletes<\/strong>;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"932\">\n<p data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"932\"><strong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"539\">Italian and foreign athletes<\/strong> holding a <strong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"561\">RunCard<\/strong> (valid as sports insurance and a competition permit), and athletes registered with a <strong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"692\">Sports Promotion Body (Athletics Section)<\/strong> holding a <strong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"718\">RunCard\u2013EPS<\/strong>, limited to persons aged <strong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"759\">20 and over<\/strong> who hold a <strong data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"850\">valid medical certificate of competitive fitness specifically for athletics<\/strong>, which must be submitted (also digitally) to the organizing clubs for each event;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"1349\">\n<p data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1349\"><strong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"987\">Italian\/foreign athletes not registered in Italy<\/strong> holding a membership card from clubs affiliated with <strong data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1104\">foreign athletics federations recognized by World Athletics<\/strong>. At the time of entry, they must alternatively submit a <strong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1181\">self-declaration<\/strong> confirming possession of a World Athletics\u2013recognized membership card. The self-declaration must, in any case, be signed in original form when collecting the race bib;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1692\">\n<p data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1692\"><strong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1387\">Foreign NON-REGISTERED athletes<\/strong> who will participate <strong data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1471\">only in the non-competitive recreational\/sporting category<\/strong>. These foreign athletes will be insured by the organization upon signing a waiver, will be entitled to all services, but will be <strong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1631\">excluded from the rankings<\/strong> and from the <strong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1660\">prize money<\/strong>, in any form (cash or in-kind).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1726\">What is required to register<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1908\">\n<li data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1740\">\n<p data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1740\">Entry form;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1751\">\n<p data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1751\">Payment;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1908\">\n<p data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1908\">FIDAL membership card, foreign World Athletics membership card or EPS card and RunCard EPS or RunCard, and a medical certificate for competitive activity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1929\">How to register<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1975\"><strong data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1945\">Online only<\/strong> on <strong data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1975\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maratonadipisa.com\" target=\"_new\" class=\"decorated-link\" data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1973\">www.maratonadipisa.com<span class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2110\">Participation is <strong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2033\">not allowed under any circumstances<\/strong> for athletes who are <strong data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2073\">not registered<\/strong> or who do not have proof of payment.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2115\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2143\">Half Marathon 2026 Fees<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2201\">Fees can be consulted directly on the registration form.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2363\">The organization reserves the right to temporarily suspend, or close early, registrations once the maximum number is reached in order to guarantee all services.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2537\">A maximum of <strong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2396\">4,500 athletes<\/strong> is planned: <strong data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2418\">2,200<\/strong> in the Marathon and <strong data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2448\">2,300<\/strong> in the Half Marathon. Any communication will be published on <strong data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2536\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maratonadipisa.com\" target=\"_new\" class=\"decorated-link\" data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2534\">www.maratonadipisa.com<span class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2542\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2589\">Non-Participation and Refund of Entry Fees<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2679\">In case of non-participation, entry fees are <strong data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2678\">not refundable under any circumstances<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2835\">However, athletes unable to take part will be offered two alternatives, which must be communicated to the organization <strong data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2834\">no later than December 9, 2026<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"3272\">\n<li data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"3129\">\n<p data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"3129\"><strong data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2888\">Transfer the entry to the Pisa Marathon 2027<\/strong>, upon payment of a <strong data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2918\">\u20ac10.00<\/strong> administrative fee at the time of the new registration. This transfer to the following year\u2019s edition may be used <strong data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3046\">only once<\/strong>. The transfer to the 2027 edition is <strong data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3128\">not cumulative with other fee reductions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3272\">\n<p data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3272\"><strong data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3173\">Transfer the entry to another person<\/strong>, upon payment of a <strong data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3203\">\u20ac10.00<\/strong> administrative fee and by returning the confirmation email received.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3565\">The person pre-registered in 2026 or registered as a replacement must complete a <strong data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3373\">new entry form<\/strong> with all personal information, membership details and submission of the medical certificate. A new available bib number will be assigned, with access to the available start grid at that time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3768\">The transfer to another athlete may be used <strong data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3640\">only for the 2026 edition<\/strong> and in any case <strong data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"3670\">only once<\/strong>. The transfer of the entry to another person is <strong data-start=\"3719\" data-end=\"3767\">not cumulative with any other fee reductions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3770\" data-end=\"4100\">In case the event is cancelled due to force majeure, entries may be transferred to subsequent years, up to <strong data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3904\">no more than 3 editions<\/strong>, provided they are confirmed each time through new forms accepting the rules of the chosen edition. It will be possible to transfer entries to other persons as above with a <strong data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4088\">\u20ac10.00<\/strong> supplement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4338\">If documentation is incomplete, an email will be sent indicating what is missing or must be supplemented (proof of payment, valid FIDAL card on race day, valid medical certificate of competitive fitness for athletics on race day, etc.).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4494\">Participants must go to the <strong data-start=\"4368\" data-end=\"4393\">Marathon Expo Village<\/strong> to collect their bib, together with an identity document and any additional documentation requested.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4496\" data-end=\"4499\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4501\" data-end=\"4537\">Race Bib and Race Pack Collection<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4539\" data-end=\"4570\">Athletes may collect their bib:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4571\" data-end=\"4721\">\n<li data-start=\"4571\" data-end=\"4619\">\n<p data-start=\"4573\" data-end=\"4619\"><strong data-start=\"4573\" data-end=\"4586\">Friday 18<\/strong> from <strong data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4619\">12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4721\">\n<p data-start=\"4622\" data-end=\"4721\"><strong data-start=\"4622\" data-end=\"4653\">Saturday, December 19, 2026<\/strong> from <strong data-start=\"4659\" data-end=\"4687\">10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nat the <strong data-start=\"4695\" data-end=\"4720\">Marathon Expo Village<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"4908\">To collect the bib, athletes must show a valid ID and any documentation required in the confirmation letter (membership card, RunCard, valid medical certificate of competitive fitness).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4910\" data-end=\"5115\">The bib and race pack of <strong data-start=\"4935\" data-end=\"4951\">only one (1)<\/strong> other participant may be collected, provided a delegation and a copy of their ID are presented. <strong data-start=\"5048\" data-end=\"5115\">No one may collect more than one bib\/race pack with delegation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5117\" data-end=\"5120\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5122\" data-end=\"5133\">Services<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5135\" data-end=\"5472\">All registered participants are entitled to: race pack, refreshments, medical assistance, finisher medal, downloadable online certificate, and official timing with finishing order. Only athletes properly registered with the federation and foreign athletes registered with World Athletics may take part in the final cash award ceremonies.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5474\" data-end=\"5477\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5479\" data-end=\"5487\">Start<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5489\" data-end=\"5563\">Meeting time in the start area is <strong data-start=\"5523\" data-end=\"5536\">8:00 a.m.<\/strong> in <strong data-start=\"5540\" data-end=\"5562\">Largo Cocco Griffi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5565\" data-end=\"5594\">The start is at <strong data-start=\"5581\" data-end=\"5594\">9:00 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5596\" data-end=\"5744\">Access to the start pens is allowed from <strong data-start=\"5637\" data-end=\"5663\">8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.<\/strong> Late arrivals will be invited to start in the last grid at the back of the race.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5746\" data-end=\"5817\">All athletes must be ready and inside their start grid by <strong data-start=\"5804\" data-end=\"5817\">8:45 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5819\" data-end=\"5980\">It will not be permitted to enter a start grid different from the one indicated on the race bib. Once inside their grid, athletes will no longer be able to exit.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5982\" data-end=\"6047\">Starting from a grid <strong data-start=\"6003\" data-end=\"6013\">behind<\/strong> the assigned one will be allowed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6049\" data-end=\"6136\">Times may change according to any provisions issued by security and police authorities.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6138\" data-end=\"6141\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"6143\" data-end=\"6156\">Bib Number<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6158\" data-end=\"6276\">The race bib is personal and it is forbidden to exchange it with other competitors, under penalty of disqualification.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6278\" data-end=\"6451\">The bib must be attached to the front of the race shirt, clearly visible. The text on the bib must not be covered under any circumstances, under penalty of disqualification.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6453\" data-end=\"6456\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"6458\" data-end=\"6471\">Time Limit<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6473\" data-end=\"6559\">The time limit for the half marathon (km 21.097) is set at <strong data-start=\"6532\" data-end=\"6558\">3 hours and 15 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6561\" data-end=\"6653\">Athletes running slower than <strong data-start=\"6590\" data-end=\"6605\">8:30 min\/km<\/strong> must comply with the rules of the Highway Code.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6655\" data-end=\"6658\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"6660\" data-end=\"6678\">Timing and Chip<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6680\" data-end=\"6824\">Timing services will be provided by <strong data-start=\"6716\" data-end=\"6727\">Evodata<\/strong> using a <strong data-start=\"6736\" data-end=\"6756\">MyLaps microchip<\/strong> inserted in the bib, allowing you to record your actual (net) time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6826\" data-end=\"6880\">The chip is strictly personal and cannot be exchanged.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6882\" data-end=\"7091\">\u201cReal time\u201d will start when crossing the start line and end when crossing the finish line. Rankings, based on <strong data-start=\"6992\" data-end=\"7004\">gun time<\/strong>, will be made official after validation by the <strong data-start=\"7052\" data-end=\"7090\">Technical Delegate \/ Appeals Judge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7093\" data-end=\"7216\">The bib, and therefore the MyLaps sensor, must not be removed for any reason, under penalty of exclusion from the rankings.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7218\" data-end=\"7221\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"7223\" data-end=\"7252\">Showers and Changing Rooms<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7254\" data-end=\"7300\">No showers and\/or changing rooms are provided.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7302\" data-end=\"7305\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"7307\" data-end=\"7318\">Bag Drop<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7320\" data-end=\"7670\">Bag drop will take place in the <strong data-start=\"7352\" data-end=\"7370\">Via Duomo area<\/strong>, in spaces designated for this service, divided by bib number groups, starting at <strong data-start=\"7453\" data-end=\"7466\">7:00 a.m.<\/strong> The official bag will be deposited in the designated areas by service staff. It is mandatory to attach the sticker with your bib number (provided at the Expo) to the bag. Bag drop closes at <strong data-start=\"7657\" data-end=\"7670\">8:30 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7672\" data-end=\"7675\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"7677\" data-end=\"7699\">Rankings and Awards<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7701\" data-end=\"7905\">Two lists will be drawn up: the one according to FIDAL circulars for the competitive race, eligible for the cash prize money governed by these rules, and the list of finishers in the non-competitive race.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7907\" data-end=\"8352\">The first <strong data-start=\"7917\" data-end=\"7935\">10 overall men<\/strong> and the first <strong data-start=\"7950\" data-end=\"7970\">10 overall women<\/strong> will be awarded. The first <strong data-start=\"7998\" data-end=\"8015\">3 overall men<\/strong> and the first <strong data-start=\"8030\" data-end=\"8049\">3 overall women<\/strong> will be called to the podium. No awards or prizes are \u043f\u0440\u0435\u0434\u0443\u0441\u043c\u043e\u0442\u0440 for age-group categories. Prize recipients (overall and Italian-only) must complete the administrative and tax forms that the organization will send in the days following the event (to be requested at: <strong data-start=\"8317\" data-end=\"8350\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" data-start=\"8319\" data-end=\"8348\">segreteria@maratonadipisa.com<span class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"8354\" data-end=\"8369\">Prize Money<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"8371\" data-end=\"8449\"><strong data-start=\"8371\" data-end=\"8396\">OVERALL (MEN \/ WOMEN)<\/strong><br data-start=\"8396\" data-end=\"8399\" \/>1st: 300 \/ 300<br data-start=\"8413\" data-end=\"8416\" \/>2nd: 200 \/ 200<br data-start=\"8430\" data-end=\"8433\" \/>3rd: 150 \/ 150<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8451\" data-end=\"8538\"><strong data-start=\"8451\" data-end=\"8491\">ITALIAN ATHLETES BONUS (MEN \/ WOMEN)<\/strong><br data-start=\"8491\" data-end=\"8494\" \/>1st: 80 \/ 80<br data-start=\"8506\" data-end=\"8509\" \/>2nd: 60 \/ 60<br data-start=\"8521\" data-end=\"8524\" \/>3rd: 40 \/ 40<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8540\" data-end=\"8721\">The first 3 overall men and the first 3 overall women classified according to the official time will be called to the podium and awarded. No age-group awards or prizes are provided.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"8723\" data-end=\"8726\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"8728\" data-end=\"8763\">Image Rights and Data Processing<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"8765\" data-end=\"9210\">By signing the entry form for the Pisa Marathon, the athlete expressly authorizes the organization, free of charge, to use images, still and\/or moving, portraying them and taken during their participation in the Marathon. This authorization is granted for an unlimited period and worldwide, for use in publications and various videos, including\u2014by way of example and not limited to\u2014promotional and\/or advertising material, produced on any media.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9212\" data-end=\"9364\">The organization may also assign to third parties, including its institutional and commercial partners, the usage rights provided for in this agreement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9366\" data-end=\"9595\">In compliance with applicable laws, the organization may provide its institutional and commercial partners with profiling data usage rights as provided by the policy, subject to explicit acceptance by the registered participants.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"9597\" data-end=\"9600\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"9602\" data-end=\"9634\">Declaration of Responsibility<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"9636\" data-end=\"10164\">By signing the entry form, the athlete declares that they are aware of and accept the rules of the <strong data-start=\"9735\" data-end=\"9777\">XVIII Pisa Half Marathon \u2013 La Pisanina<\/strong>, published on <strong data-start=\"9792\" data-end=\"9818\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maratonadipisa.com\" target=\"_new\" class=\"decorated-link\" data-start=\"9794\" data-end=\"9816\">www.maratonadipisa.com<span class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>. The athlete also declares, under their own responsibility, not only that they have stated the truth (art. 2 law 04\/01\/1968 no. 15 as amended by art. 3 paragraph 10 law 15\/05\/1997 no. 127), but also that they release the organizers from any liability, civil or criminal, for damages to persons and\/or property caused by them or suffered by them.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"10166\" data-end=\"10169\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"10171\" data-end=\"10187\">Final Notices<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"10189\" data-end=\"10757\">The Organization of the Pisa Marathon and the La Pisanina Half Marathon reserves the right to supplement and update these regulations at any time, subject to agreement with the Regional Committee and the National FIDAL, in order to ensure the best running of the event\u2014especially in conjunction with other side events\u2014and\/or following provisions issued by public order authorities. Any changes to services, locations and times will be communicated to registered athletes via the confirmation email, or published on <strong data-start=\"10704\" data-end=\"10730\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maratonadipisa.com\" target=\"_new\" class=\"decorated-link\" data-start=\"10706\" data-end=\"10728\">www.maratonadipisa.com<span class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong>, the only official source.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"10759\" data-end=\"10762\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"10764\" data-end=\"10783\">Schedule Summary<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"10785\" data-end=\"11044\"><strong data-start=\"10785\" data-end=\"10815\">Friday, December 18 (EXPO)<\/strong><br data-start=\"10815\" data-end=\"10818\" \/>12:00 \u2013 20:00 \u2013 Marathon Expo opening. Distribution of bibs, chips, race programs and race packs. Accreditations and passes for press, guests and staff. Information area, reception and hospitality. Side events and conferences.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11046\" data-end=\"11307\"><strong data-start=\"11046\" data-end=\"11078\">Saturday, December 19 (EXPO)<\/strong><br data-start=\"11078\" data-end=\"11081\" \/>10:00 \u2013 22:00 \u2013 Marathon Expo opening. Distribution of bibs, chips, race programs and race packs. Accreditations and passes for press, guests and staff. Information area, reception and hospitality. Side events and conferences.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11309\" data-end=\"11646\"><strong data-start=\"11309\" data-end=\"11332\">Sunday, December 20<\/strong><br data-start=\"11332\" data-end=\"11335\" \/>07:00 \u2013 Bag drop opens in Via Duomo. Closes at 16:00<br data-start=\"11387\" data-end=\"11390\" \/>08:00 \u2013 Start grids open for participants<br data-start=\"11431\" data-end=\"11434\" \/>08:30 \u2013 Bag drop deadline<br data-start=\"11459\" data-end=\"11462\" \/>08:45 \u2013 Start grids close<br data-start=\"11487\" data-end=\"11490\" \/>09:00 \u2013 Race start<br data-start=\"11508\" data-end=\"11511\" \/>11:30 \u2013 Start of Half Marathon and Pisa Marathon awards<br data-start=\"11566\" data-end=\"11569\" \/>12:15 \u2013 Half Marathon time limit (3 hours 15 minutes)<br data-start=\"11622\" data-end=\"11625\" \/>15:30 \u2013 Event closure<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"11648\" data-end=\"11651\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"11653\" data-end=\"11682\">General Course Information<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"11684\" data-end=\"11974\">Athletes will run the course measured by FIDAL and AIMS\u2013World Athletics (start, Lungarni, Porta a Mare district, La Vettola, San Piero a Grado, Via Bigattiera, Tirrenia, Marina di Pisa, Viale D\u2019Annunzio, Porta a Mare, Ponte della Cittadella, Via Roma, Via Santa Maria and Piazza del Duomo).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11976\" data-end=\"12004\">Refreshments every <strong data-start=\"11995\" data-end=\"12003\">5 km<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"12006\" data-end=\"12567\">It is strictly forbidden to receive assistance along the course from acquaintances providing liquids or food outside the official aid stations and\/or outside the tables set up by the Organization, under penalty of disqualification. The organization forbids the presence on the course of people without a bib (on foot, by bicycle or any other means) and may avail itself of traffic and municipal police authorities to remove them from the course and possibly report them (for fraud, sporting fraud, or endangering the safety of properly registered participants).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"12569\" data-end=\"12763\">The organization shall not be held responsible in any way in case of damage or injury to persons who unlawfully enter the course (without a bib, by bicycle or otherwise). Fully asphalted course.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"12765\" data-end=\"12768\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"12770\" data-end=\"12783\">COMPLAINTS<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"12785\" data-end=\"12951\">Any complaints must be submitted in compliance with FIDAL and R.T.I. regulations. 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