The match was abandoned without any goals being scored, in circumstances the Isthmian League described as "tragic" and "truly exceptional". The league said its board had decided that the original match stands as completed. "It will not be replayed, and the league table will be updated by the league accordingly."
"Of course, I wanted to apologize to Mathieu van der Poel himself. I am so happy that he crossed the finish line first on Sunday - despite my stupid action."