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You are reporting the following post to the moderators for review and possible removal from the forum Poster: RTC Subject: RE: Men's Marathon Trials to Be Held on Sunday on Traditional NYC Course Body:
A couple already listed are the fact that it's a longer than usual time before the actual Games so it might not be as good of an indicator of form as a Spring date. That's probably why the Trials have almost always been held in the Spring. Another is the location along with the time of year. As someone said, November in New York should be a great simulation of the conditions in Beijing (odds are spring in Boston or Akron would probably be at least a little closer). There was also bringing the athletes into what is basically a circus environment surrounding the people's race. The last thing guys need are extra distractions and/or travel problems, etc. I also think the lack of extra time to qualify can hurt more than just the borderline guy. Lets say someone with a legit shot is currently injured and can't get ready for a fall marathon or they get injured in the buildup. They have to turn their attention to the spring, where if they have some bad luck or a bad day, their chances are done. It may also mean that some guys run a conservative race just to get a qualifier rather than pushing for new territory so they are more prepared to race at the Trials. Anyway, what's done is done, and those who want to compete are just gonna have to suck it up, do what they have to do to qualify, and hope for the best. I just think USATF is following something other than the athlete's best interests, and that's a shame. Hit the submit button below if you want us to review the post. If you feel this is urgent or want a reply, email us at letsrun@letsrun.com about the post and please include a link to the thread the post is on and what page number/post on that page it is
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