The torch bearers line up on the steps that lead up to the Marathon Flame. The Marathon Flame of the 32nd Athens Marathon has been lit in the start venue of the Marathon in Marathon. The flame will burn for the whole marathon weekend. A record number of 13,000 Marathon runners is registered for this year's race. Credit: Michael Debets/Pacific Press/Alamy Live News

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