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Why a marathon is 26.2 miles, plus 14 more moments from marathon history

The reason a marathon is 26.2 miles traces back to a 1908 London course; these 15 moments from marathon history cover legends, scandals, pioneers and record runs

Why a marathon is 26.2 miles, plus 14 more moments from marathon history

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