Hall of Shame

Run For Your Life (1904 Olympic Marathon)

09.07.2020 - By Rachel Bonnetta, Rachna FruchbomPlay

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Rachna is going to need Rachel to pack a water bottle. The 1904 Olympics were, to be generous, a catastrophe. Against a backdrop of horrible planning, racist sideshows, and the worst racing conditions in history, a motley crew of unlucky runners lined up for the marathon. Then they started dropping like flies. And when things are such a disaster from the start, the only way to finish is with a little illicit help.

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