London Marathon 1981
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London Marathon 1981
Nervous participants standing around in Greenwich Park before the start of the very first London Marathon. Date: 29 March 1981
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1981 Athletics Dodgy Greenwich Jogging Marathon Nervous Participants Running Shorts Start Joggers
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a sea of anxious and determined faces fill Greenwich Park on the brisk morning of March 29, 1981. The historic occasion marks the very first London Marathon, an event that would go on to become one of the world's most iconic long-distance running races. The participants, dressed in shorts and layers to combat the early spring chill, stand nervously huddled together, their expressions a mix of anticipation and apprehension. Some gaze off into the distance, visualizing the grueling 26.2 miles that await them, while others exchange words of encouragement with friends and fellow runners. The atmosphere is palpable with excitement and uncertainty as the runners prepare to embark on their journey through the streets of London. The starting line looms in the distance, a symbol of the challenge that lies ahead. This image captures the raw emotion and spirit of the first London Marathon, a testament to the enduring power of human perseverance and the allure of athletic competition.
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