Runners pose prior to the start of a 180-kilometer relay race, in Codogno, Italy, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020. Italys coronavirus Patient No. 1, whose case confirmed one of the worlds deadliest outbreaks was underway, is taking part in a 180-kilometer relay race as a sign of hope for COVID victims after he himself recovered from weeks in intensive care. Mattia Maestri, a 38-year-old Unilever manager, was suited up Saturday for the start of the two-day race between Italys first two virus hotspots. It began in Codogno, where Maestri tested positive Feb. 21, and was ending Sunday in VoEuganeo, where Italys first official COVID death was recorded the same day. (AP Photo/Antonio Calanni)