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Marathon (sport)


 

The word marathon refers to a long-distance road running event of 42,195 m (26 miles and 385 yards).

Marathon races

:See also: List of marathon races

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Many cities around the world organise an annual marathon run, with the races at Boston, New York City, and London being among the most prominent and competitive.

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◄ Marathon (sport): Running a marathon
Marathon (sport): Notable Marathon Runners ►

~ Table of Content ~

►Introduction
►Distance
►History
►World records and "world's best"
►Olympic traditions
►Running a marathon
►Marathon races
►Notable Marathon Runners
►See also
►References
►External links

 

 

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