Charlotte Marathon honors runner Lance Sotelo with bib tribute
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 9:54 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
The Charlotte Marathon will pay tribute to runner Lance Sotelo during its races this Saturday by featuring his silhouette on every runner's bib. Sotelo was killed in a hit-and-run crash in January. His partner, James Holt, will participate in the 5K to honor Sotelo's memory. Following the tragic incident, the driver involved received a 30-day jail sentence and was ordered to pay restitution to Sotelo's family. Holt expressed gratitude for the tribute, stating it allows Sotelo to remain part of the running community.
- •Charlotte Marathon takes place this Saturday
- •Runners will wear bibs with Sotelo's silhouette
- •James Holt will run the 5K in Sotelo's memory
- •Sotelo was killed in a hit-and-run in January
- •Driver sentenced to 30 days in jail for the incident
- 9:54 PMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Marathon to honor deceased runner with bib tribute
"The Charlotte Marathon will honor avid runner Lance Sotelo during this Saturday’s races by placing his silhouette on every runner’s bib.
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