On Sunday, January 18th, there were big traffic problems in Nicosia. This was because of the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon. Many roads were closed. This made it hard for people to travel.
The city government and police worked together. They changed some roads for a short time. Some roads were closed for seven hours. This was for the runners' safety. The runners needed clear paths.
Organisers wanted to keep runners safe. They also wanted to avoid accidents. Some streets were closed all day. Other roads opened sooner. This helped people travel.
Many drivers had to find new ways. They needed to plan their trips. Big events can cause problems. But the marathon was a success. This showed good teamwork.