Boston Marathon welcomes nonbinary runners for 2023 race
CBSN
The Boston Marathon is taking steps to make the 2023 race more inclusive for nonbinary runners, the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) said Monday. Under the new rules, nonbinary runners will not have to register in the men's or women's division, and will instead be able to select a nonbinary option for their gender.
The BAA said they are working on expanding opportunities for nonbinary people in all of their races, including the 127th Boston Marathon, which will be held on April 17, 2023, as well as for shorter distances.
Athletes who complete a marathon as a nonbinary runner during the qualifying window are eligible to apply for the prestigious race. The association said it has not yet developed the qualifying standards for nonbinary runners, and will use the women's standard for the time being.
