A band of percussionists is seen during the race opposite the Hilton hotel. Many bands were performing throughout the route in order to encourage the athletes. The 35th Athens Authentic Marathon takes place today with more than 18500 people participating in the Marathon race, a new participation record. In total, more than 51000 people participated in all races including the Marathon. Photo: Cronos/Kostas Pikoulas

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Location: Atena, Kentrikos Tomeas Athinon, Grecia
Photo credit: © Cronos / Alamy / Afripics
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