The 129th Boston Marathon commenced with Massachusetts National Guard members leading the race, marking Patriots' Day's 250th anniversary. Race Director Dave McGillivray highlighted the significance of the day, celebrating both military service and Revolutionary War history. Alongside this, the marathon celebrated the 50th anniversary of its wheelchair race, initiated by Bob Hall in 1975. Over 30,000 runners gathered in Hopkinton to tackle the historic 26.2-mile course, with favorable weather conditions expected, making for an exciting day for all involved.
Race Director Dave McGillivray emphasized the importance of Patriots' Day, stating that it's special to see National Guard members at the Boston Marathon, especially this year.
Lt. John Lee felt the weight of history on Patriots' Day, expressing a desire to be part of the significant event.
Bob Hall's participation in the 1975 Boston Marathon, which he finished in less than 3 hours, marked the beginning of the wheelchair marathon's competitive rise.
With partly sunny skies and mild temperatures expected, race day conditions are anticipated to be ideal for the participants.
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