The 1908 London Olympic Games Marathon established the 26.2 mile distance for all future marathons, standardizing what had previously been a variable distance.
Italian Dorando Pietri, despite finishing first in the 1908 Marathon, was disqualified for receiving assistance after falling multiple times, a controversial decision that stirs debate even today.
The legacy of the 1908 Marathon continued with the Polytechnic Marathon, which set eight world records, becoming a prestigious event rooted in marathon history.
The original 1908 Olympic Marathon route is remembered for its historical significance and the drama surrounding Pietri's disqualification, highlighting the event's impact on marathon running.
Collection
[
|
...
]