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The marathon is a long-distance foot race with a distance of 42.195 kilometres (c. 26 mi 385 yd), [1] usually run as a road race, but the distance can be covered on trail routes. The marathon can be completed by running or with a run/walk strategy. There are also wheelchair divisions.
The 130th Boston Marathon has crowned its 2026 champs with John Korir setting a men's course record and Sharon Lokedi claiming the women's title.
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Follow up-to-date reports on the 130th Boston Marathon, as more than 30,000 people race from Hopkinton to Boston.
The 2026 Boston Marathon is here. MassLive will be tracking the Boston Marathon runners from the first start time and throughout the day.
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