A qualifying time of 3:30 was instituted for the 1971 Boston Marathon. Entry was also permitted for anyone who broke 65 min. in a 10-mile race.
The best race to have for athletes is the Olympic marathon.
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The Marathon
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The race is run on Patriot's Day, which is the third Monday in April. The 2008 Boston Marathon will be run April 21.
The Boston Marathon is a foot race of 26 miles, 385 yards (42.2 km.), that is run annually in the City of Boston.
Boston and New York both host their own marathon.
The Comrades Marathon is a 87km race set in Durban, South Africa. The entry fee is R500 and all qualifying racers must comply with ASA rules and technical standards.
The race is 42.195 kilometers.An ordinary marathon is a tiny bit shorter at 46,145 yards (26 miles + 385 yards, about 26.22 miles).26 miles and 385 yards.
All participants are required to be 18 years or older on race day.