The Origins of the Marathon lies with a Greek soldier called Pheidippides. After the Battle of Marathon (it's namesake), he ran as a messenger to tell the people of Athens the Persians. It is believed he ran into the town, gave the message, collapsed and died after running the whole 26 mile distance
Mount Marathon Race happened in 1915.
The London marathon race is 42.195 kilometers long
The current lead runner in the marathon race is Sarah Johnson.
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A marathon is a long race. But it is slower than a normal race.
A marathon is 26.202 miles.
The distance from Sparta to Marathon in Greece is approximately 153 miles (246 kilometers) if traveled directly. However, the historical route taken by Pheidippides during the famous marathon run is often cited as about 26 miles (42 kilometers) from Marathon to Athens. The two locations are significant in ancient history, particularly in relation to the Battle of Marathon and the origin of the marathon race.
The Origins of the Marathon lies with a Greek soldier called Pheidippides. After the Battle of Marathon (it's namesake), he ran as a messenger to tell the people of Athens the Persians. It is believed he ran into the town, gave the message, collapsed and died after running the whole 26 mile distance
Marathon is a name of a city in ancient Greece.
The best race to have for athletes is the Olympic marathon.
yes it is