marathon record

Best race time

A marathon record is the fastest verified time for completing a marathon—the 26.2-mile footrace.

Records are tracked separately for men and women, and distinguished by course type: world records require certified courses meeting strict standards, while course records are specific to individual races like Boston or London.

She broke the marathon record by nearly a minute.

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