Race regulations

Race regulations

The most recent competition regulations of the Dutch Athletics Federation apply to participation in the Enschede Marathon. You can find them HERE. 

1. 1. Application
      The Atletiekunie competition regulations apply unless otherwise specified in these terms and conditions. The World Athletics (WA) regulations apply insofar as they are not superseded by the Atletiekunie regulations or these terms. Both sets of regulations are available for inspection with the Organizer and will be sent to Participants upon request.
   2. Classification into Categories (Gender/Age)
      The Organizer assigns Participants in the Marathon and Half Marathon to categories based on gender and age on the event date. The following categories apply.

      Sex	Category	Age	Sex	Category	Age
      Men	Senioren	18 t/m 34 years	Women	Senioren	18 t/m 34 years
      Men	M35	35 t/m 39 years	Women	V35	35 t/m 39 years
      Men	M40	40 t/m 44 years	Women	V40	40 t/m 44 years
      Men	M45	45 t/m 49 years	Women	V45	45 t/m 49 years
      Men	M50	50 t/m 54 years	Women	V50	50 t/m 54 years
      Men	M55	55 t/m 59 years	Women	V55	55 t/m 59 years
      Men	M60	60 t/m 64 years	Women	V60	60 t/m 64 years
      Men	M65	65 t/m 69 years	Women	V65	65 t/m 69 years
      Men	M70	70 t/m 74 years	Women	V70	70 t/m 74 years
      Men	M75	75 t/m 79 years	Women	V75	75 t/m 79 years
      Men	M80	80 t/m 99 years	Women	V80	80 t/m 99 years

      Masters can request to participate in the Senior category. Participation is only allowed in one category (either Senior or Master). Participants must verify in advance whether their assigned category is correct.

   3. Minimum Age for Participation
      Participants must meet the minimum age set by the Organizer on the event day. Minimum ages:

      5 km: 12 years

      10 km: 14 years

      Half and Full Marathon: 18 years

   4. Prizes per Category
      Participants with a valid Atletiekunie competition license compete for prize money as listed on the website. Prizes are only awarded if there are at least six participants per category. Prizes are not cumulative: if a Participant qualifies in multiple categories, only the highest amount is paid. Participants violating the regulations forfeit any prize entitlement. International prize money per World Athletics Elite Label applies only to officially invited and contracted athletes.
   5. Club Championships
      To compete in the club championships, a club must have at least three Marathon participants. Only clubs whose runners complete the entire Marathon are eligible. Invited elite athletes are excluded. The club whose three runners finish fastest wins.
   6. Determination of Results
      The Organizer determines and may amend results if inaccuracies (e.g., missing timing mat crossings) are identified. Any prize awarded must be returned if the amended results revoke the entitlement. Results are published at uitslagen.nl.
   7. Method of Movement
      Participants must cover the course running in a customary road-running manner. Any exception requires prior written consent from the Organizer.
   8. Start Position
      Start block assignments are determined by the Organizer.
   9. Bib Numbers
      Participants receive one bib, which must be visibly worn on the chest without alteration. Wearing other bib numbers is prohibited.
   10. Timing
       The Organizer determines all finish and split times, which are binding. Timing is performed via MyLaps B-tag chip attached to the bib. Correct wearing of the bib is required for accurate registration.
   11. Time Limits / Final Runner
       For safety reasons, checkpoints must be passed before set times:

       km 35.1 by 15:00

       km 41 by 15:50
       Participants failing to reach these checkpoints on time will be removed from the race. The decision of the designated “final runner” is binding. Finishers after 5:15 hours will not be included in official results.

   12. Disqualification
       The Organizer may disqualify or remove Participants who violate these regulations, act unsportingly, or require medical or organizational intervention.
   13. Instructions
       Participants must follow all instructions given by the Organizer or clearly identifiable staff.
   14. Other Provisions

       • Receiving support outside official stations is prohibited.

       • Traffic regulations remain in effect.

       • Accompaniment of any kind requires permission.

       • No animals, strollers, or banners allowed.

       • No clothing drop-off at the start; the Organizer accepts no liability for lost items.

       • Participants must avoid damage and littering.

       • Withdrawal or changes must be submitted in writing to [email protected].

       • The Organizer reserves the right to remove participants who fail to meet payment obligations on time.

In the event of differences in translation or interpretation between the Dutch and the English version of this document, parties will be bound to the Dutch version, which prevails.