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Viewers around the world will be able to watch Eliud Kipchoge's sub-2 marathon attempt on YouTube
Marathon world record-holder Eliud Kipchoge’s attempt to run a sub-two-hour marathon, also known as the INEOS 1:59 Challenge, will be broadcast live on YouTube from Vienna on October 12 or thereabouts, it was announced today.
(The event is scheduled to take place on October 12, with the option to delay as long as necessary until October 20 depending on weather conditions.)
The British company Sunset+Vine will broadcast the proceedings via YouTube, making it accessible anywhere in the world with an Internet connection. Viewers will also be able to follow a range of content being aired simultaneously on the INEOS 1:59 Challenge site.
Those fortunate enough to find themselves in Vienna can watch the proceedings live in person along the Hauptallee boulevard in Vienna’s famous park, the Prater.
Fan zones with screens and entertainment will be set up at the junction of the Hauptallee and the Kaiserallee, and at the Lusthaus roundabout. The finish line is located near the junction of the Hauptallee and the Meiereistraße.
(09/27/2019) Views: 1,678 ⚡AMPby Anne Francis
INEOS 1:59 Challenge
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