1 runner resuscitated, more hospitalised during 2006 marathon – from the SCMP archive

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by SCMPFebruary 12, 2026 at 03:00 AM

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In the 2006 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, held on February 12, a record 40,000 runners participated in marathon, half-marathon, and 10km races. The event took place amid the worst air pollution Hong Kong had experienced since September, leading to numerous complaints about breathing difficulties affecting performance. As a result, twenty-two runners were hospitalized. One runner, surnamed Chu, collapsed near the finish line in Wan Chai and was resuscitated before being taken to Ruttonjee Hospital. Another runner, surnamed Tsang, collapsed in Tsing Yi and was admitted to Princess Margaret Hospital; both were in critical condition following the race.

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