Five runners were hospitalized at the Porto Half Marathon, which took place under high temperatures. The athletes were assisted during the race due to the excessive heat felt at the sporting event.
The 2027 edition of the Porto Half Marathon should have a new schedule to avoid similar situations. The organization thus intends to adapt the race schedule to more favorable weather conditions.
Heat was the determining factor for the hospitalizations recorded during the competition. Health authorities closely monitored the situation of the affected athletes.
