Marathon history
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The question is asking for information regarding the history of marathons, including their origins, development, and significant events related to marathon running.
Answer
First held in 1896 at the modern Olympics, created by Michel Bréal.
The marathon race as we know it today was first held at the modern revival of the Olympic Games in Athens in 1896. It was created by Michel Bréal.
Answer for screen readers
The marathon race as we know it today was first held at the modern revival of the Olympic Games in Athens in 1896. It was created by Michel Bréal.
More Information
The distance for the marathon was not standardized until 1924, and it is based on the legend of Pheidippides, a Greek messenger who ran from Marathon to Athens to announce a military victory.
Sources
- Marathon - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- History of the Marathon - AIMS World Running - aims-worldrunning.org
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