MANCHESTER, N.H. —

Thousands of runners hope to compete in next year's 130th Boston Marathon.

The Boston Athletic Association said it has already received more than 33,000 qualifier applications, including athletes from all 50 states and 116 countries.

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The BAA will decide how many qualifiers will be accepted.

Applicants should receive an email by early next month.

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