Rules and Regulations for the NN Rotterdam Marathon 2027

A. Application
The Athletics Union’s competition rules apply, except to the extent that these general terms and conditions deviate from them. The World Athletics competition rules apply, except to the extent that the competition rules of the Athletics Union or these general terms and conditions provide otherwise. Both sets of competition rules are available for inspection at the Organizer’s office and will be sent to the Participant by the Organizer upon request.

A.1 Schoes
We ask that you pay special attention to the new shoe regulations from World Athletics. For the most recent list of approved shoes from World Athletics, see: https://www.worldathletics.org/news/press-releases/list-of-approved-competition-shoes-published.
(This link is for reference only; the most recent World Athletics list as of the day of the competition applies.) Shoes may be inspected before and after the race.

Categorization (gender/age).

The actual allocation of a start wave and its classification will be made by the Organiser. . .

The Organizer may assign race participants to a category based on gender and/or age on the day of the Event. The Participant must verify prior to the Event whether the assignment made by the Organizer is correct. The Organizer is not liable for the consequences of an incorrect classification of the Participant. The Participant is required to be present in the appropriate starting blocks at least fifteen minutes before the start.

C. Honorary Prizes
Every Participant who crosses the finish line on time will receive a commemorative medal. Participants who cross the finish line after the deadline will not be included in the race results. A Participant is not entitled to a prize if he has acted in violation of the race rules. Any prize awarded must be returned to the Organizer if, after it has been presented, it becomes apparent that the Participant has acted in violation of the race rules.

D. Determination of Results
The Organizer determines the results and is entitled to amend them if inaccuracies are discovered. Participants must return any awarded prize to the Organizer if, based on the results after they have been amended, they are no longer entitled to that prize. The gross time is the official time.

E. Method of Propulsion
All participants must proceed on foot along the course marked out by the Organization, in a manner customary in road running and in accordance with the rules of the Athletics Union and World Athletics. An exception to this rule is the Your Marathon Challenge. Participants in this event may use approved assistive devices.

F. Starting Position
The Organizer is responsible for assigning starting positions to Participants. The Organizer reserves the right not to recognize times.

G. Bib Numbers
The Participant will receive from the Organizer at least one bib number bearing the start number assigned to him or her. The Participant must attach the bib number to his or her chest (and, if provided, to his or her back) using the safety pins distributed by the Organizer.

The bib numbers must be attached and worn in such a way that the specific personal number and other information depicted on them are visible. They must not be cut or folded. The Participant is prohibited from wearing bib numbers other than those provided to him/her by the Organiser. The Participant is urged to indicate any medical information on the inside of the bib number (for one bib number on the back of the bib number on the chest, if provided two bib numbers by the Organisation, the medical information needs to be indicated on the inside of the bib number on the back.

The Organiser will take the bib numbers of Participants who have been disqualified or otherwise dropped out.

H. Time records
The Organizer determines the finish time and split times (if applicable) for the Participants. This determination is binding. Timing is recorded using the Chronorace BibTag. This is a timing chip attached to the back of the race bib. The Organizer can only record a Participant’s times if the BibTag is worn correctly.

I. Deadline/Last Runner
Due to the need to reopen the course to traffic, participants must cross the finish line within a specified time limit after passing the starting line; otherwise, they will not be included in the official results. Participants who cross the finish line after the deadline will not be included in the race results. The decision of the “last runner” official appointed by the Organizer is final in determining whether a Participant has crossed a specific point in time. For competitive athletes, the time limits for inclusion in the race results are set forth in the race rules.

J. Disqualification

The Organiser is entitled to disqualify and/or remove a Participant from the competition if he/she does not comply with these competition rules or behaves unsportsmanlike or improperly. If deemed necessary for the progression of the Event or due to medical considerations, the Organisation is also entitled to disqualify and/or remove a Participant.

K. Instructions from the race officials
Participants must follow the instructions of the Organizer or of persons who, based on the clothing they are wearing or other distinguishing features, are clearly part of the Organizer’s staff.

L. Other Provisions

• • The Participant is prohibited from accepting care (drinks, food, sponge, etc.) from anyone at any place other than a care station set up by the Organiser;
• The Road Traffic Act and the legislation based on it, such as the Traffic Rules and Traffic Signals Regulations, will also remain in force during the Event on the entire course;
• Being accompanied, indifferently for what purpose and by whom, is not allowed on the course unless written permission is obtained from the Organiser.
• Bringing objects such as (domestic) animals, strollers, banners, etc. is not allowed;
• It is not permitted during the Event to express explicit political, philosophical, or religious views or to make statements that could be perceived as offensive, hurtful, or insulting in any way;
• It is not possible to drop off garments at the start. Participants are therefore advised to come to the start area in running clothes. The Organiser accepts no liability for lost garments or other property of Participants. This also applies to items left behind in the changing facilities provided by the Organiser. The Participant is reminded that this accommodation is not guarded by the Organiser;
• The Participant is expected not to damage the property of others and not to leave any trash behind;
• Cancellations and/or changes to entries must be made in writing to the organization;
• If a participant fails to meet the financial obligation for participation on time, the Organisation reserves the right to remove that Participant from the participant file.