Battle of Marathon of events, with the competitors running from Marathon to Athens. So popular was this event that it quickly caught on, becoming a fixture at the Olympic games, with major cities staging their own annual events. The distance eventually became fixed at 26 miles 385 yards, or 42.195 km, though for the first years it was variable, being around —the approximate distance from Marathon to Athens. Battle of Marathon The Battle of Marathon (Greek: , "Machē tou Marathōnos") took place in 490 BC, during the first Persian invasion of Greece. It was fought between the citizens of Athens, aided by Plataea,
Maui Marathon Maui Marathon The Maui Marathon is a marathon located in Maui, Hawaii. It is traditionally held in September. Established in 1971, the event is notable as one of the oldest marathon races in the United States. It is the second most prestigious marathon event in the state of Hawaii behind only the Honolulu Marathon. It is the longest recurring running event in the state of Hawaii. The award-winning course was recognized by Runner's World as one of the Top 10 Most Scenic Marathons in the United States. In the Ultimate Guide to Marathons, the Maui Marathon was recognized as the