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Paris 2024 Introduces Inclusive Olympic Marathon Event

Paris 2024 introduces the Marathon Pour Tous, an Olympic event open to all. On August 10, 20,024 runners, including Canadians like Kitdapawn E and Amanda Sirois, will race the 42.2 km course at night, mirroring the Olympic marathon route. This mass participation event aims to offer optimal running conditions and a unique Olympic experience.

Runners earned their spots through online challenges, entering a lottery. Sirois, a six-star finisher who has completed all major world marathons, sees the event as a grand adventure. Kitdapawn E, an Ottawa grandmother, embraces the challenge despite limited training, aiming to inspire her grandchildren.

The event features a night run through Paris, with the city's landmarks illuminated. Runners like Vincent Pichard and Susan Ibach relish the surreal opportunity to share the course with Olympic athletes. The Marathon Pour Tous promises a memorable journey, with medals awarded to all finishers.

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