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True Or Not

QuickCheck: Was the marathon invented as a recreational sport?

By BERNARD CHEAH
The marathon has been a part of the Olympics ever since its inception in 1896. But did the event start out as a recreational sport?

WITH many people embarking on a healthy lifestyle, some are keen on running, and even look towards running a full marathon.

But is it true that the marathon is a pastime sport in Greece?

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