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Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

The Marina Bay Street circuit as seen from the CBD with the Singapore skyline including the Fullerton hotel, the Padang, the Swissôtel the Stamford, the Millenia Tower, the Anderson bridge, Singapore Flyer, Theaters by the Bay and the National Gallery. The lighting infrastructure is done by DZ Engineering. Captured at night during the race week. September 19, 2025. Photo by Antoine Lapeyre / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

The Marina Bay Street circuit as seen from the CBD with the Singapore skyline including the Fullerton hotel, the Padang, the Swissôtel the Stamford, the Millenia Tower, the Anderson bridge, Singapore Flyer, Theaters by the Bay and the National Gallery. The lighting infrastructure is done by DZ Engineering. Captured at night during the race week. September 19, 2025. Photo by Antoine Lapeyre / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

The Marina Bay Street circuit as seen from the CBD with the Singapore skyline including the Fullerton hotel, the Padang, the Swissôtel the Stamford, the Millenia Tower, the Anderson bridge, Singapore Flyer, Theaters by the Bay and the National Gallery. The lighting infrastructure is done by DZ Engineering. Captured at night during the race week. September 19, 2025. Photo by Antoine Lapeyre / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

Aerial View of The Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore

The Marina Bay Street circuit as seen from the CBD with the Singapore skyline including the Fullerton hotel, the Padang, the Swissôtel the Stamford, the Millenia Tower, the Anderson bridge, Singapore Flyer, and the iconic Marina Bay Sands building. The lighting infrastructure is done by DZ Engineering. Captured at night during the race week. September 19, 2025. Photo by Antoine Lapeyre / ABACAPRESS.COM

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THE BRIDGE RUN

THE BRIDGE RUN

40,000 runners ran the race Broloppet " The Bridge Run" from Denmark to Sweden on June 15, 2025 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Öresund BridgePhoto: Johan Nilsson / TT / Code 50090

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THE BRIDGE RUN

THE BRIDGE RUN

40,000 runners ran the race Broloppet " The Bridge Run" from Denmark to Sweden on June 15, 2025 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Öresund Bridge.Photo: Johan Nilsson / TT / Code 50090

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Greater Bay Area Channel Networks - China

Greater Bay Area Channel Networks - China

An aerial drone photo taken on Nov. 24, 2024 shows athletes participating in a cycling race passing through the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge in south China. In recent years, the construction of cross-river and cross-sea passages in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has developed rapidly. The passage networks play a significant role in building and improving the comprehensive three-dimensional transportation network in the Greater Bay Area, as well as promoting deeper integration and development in the region. Photo by Liu Dawei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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ATLETICA - Maratona - 38^ Wizz Air Venicemarathon

ATLETICA - Maratona - 38^ Wizz Air Venicemarathon

General view of Bridge of 38^ Wizz Air Venicemarathon during 38^ Wizz Air Venicemarathon, Marathon race in Venice, Italy, October 27 2024

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Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Swimmers head to the start area with the ferryboats, which are in the background of the Bosphorus Bridge landmark of Istanbul. Swimmers competed in the Samsung Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race. This year's event saw nearly 2,800 athletes from 72 different countries participate in the 6.5-kilometer race, swimming from the Asian side of Istanbul to the European side across the Bosphorus Strait on August 25, 2024. Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Swimmers head to the start area with the ferryboats, which are in the background of the Bosphorus Bridge landmark of Istanbul. Swimmers competed in the Samsung Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race. This year's event saw nearly 2,800 athletes from 72 different countries participate in the 6.5-kilometer race, swimming from the Asian side of Istanbul to the European side across the Bosphorus Strait on August 25, 2024. Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Swimmers head to the start area with the ferryboats, which are in the background of the Bosphorus Bridge landmark of Istanbul. Swimmers competed in the Samsung Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race. This year's event saw nearly 2,800 athletes from 72 different countries participate in the 6.5-kilometer race, swimming from the Asian side of Istanbul to the European side across the Bosphorus Strait on August 25, 2024. Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Swimmers head to the start area with the ferryboats, which are in the background of the Bosphorus Bridge landmark of Istanbul. Swimmers competed in the Samsung Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race. This year's event saw nearly 2,800 athletes from 72 different countries participate in the 6.5-kilometer race, swimming from the Asian side of Istanbul to the European side across the Bosphorus Strait on August 25, 2024. Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Swimmers head to the start area with the ferryboats, which are in the background of the Bosphorus Bridge landmark of Istanbul. Swimmers competed in the Samsung Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race. This year's event saw nearly 2,800 athletes from 72 different countries participate in the 6.5-kilometer race, swimming from the Asian side of Istanbul to the European side across the Bosphorus Strait on August 25, 2024. Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race - Istanbul

Swimmers head to the start area with the ferryboats, which are in the background of the Bosphorus Bridge landmark of Istanbul. Swimmers competed in the Samsung Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race. This year's event saw nearly 2,800 athletes from 72 different countries participate in the 6.5-kilometer race, swimming from the Asian side of Istanbul to the European side across the Bosphorus Strait on August 25, 2024. Photo by Yagiz Gurtug/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chinese language proficiency competition held in Iran's capital

STORY: Chinese language proficiency competition held in Iran's capital SHOOTING TIME: June 10, 2024 DATELINE: June 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:14 LOCATION: Tehran CATEGORY: CULTURE/EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the final round of the "Chinese Bridge" language proficiency competition for Iranian college students STORYLINE: The final round of the "Chinese Bridge" language proficiency competition for Iranian college students was held in Iran's capital Tehran on Monday. Sixteen college students from across Iran rivaled in the final race held at Allameh Tabataba'i University (ATU). They participated in a speech contest, followed by a talent show with options from skits, singing, and drawing to tongue twisters. The first prize went to Mahtab Montazeri Hedesh, a senior at the University of Tehran, and the second prize to Fatemeh Baratian, a sophomore at the University of Tehran. Chinese Ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu, ATU's president Abdollah Motamedi, and some professors and students attended the even

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open

NANNING, CHINA - JUNE 10, 2024 - Sports teams participate in the waters near Yongjiang Bridge Changchangge during the 2024 Nanning Dragon Boat Open in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, June 10, 2024.

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UK university students share passion for Chinese culture in competition

STORY: UK university students share passion for Chinese culture in competition SHOOTING TIME: June 7, 2024 DATELINE: June 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:20 LOCATION: London CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the competition STORYLINE: Eight university students from across the United Kingdom (UK) showcased their language skills and shared their passion for Chinese culture in a Chinese competition held in London on Thursday. During the 23rd "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition UK Regional Final for university students, each contestant tackled tasks including speech, quiz race, and talent show. "Looking back at my journey of learning Chinese, I feel very fortunate since it has enabled me to make many new friends and appreciate the depth and breadth of Chinese culture," said Chidimma Daisy Anyakora, the champion of the competition, who has been learning Chinese only since 2019. The contestant -- a freshman from the University of Manchester, along with three other winning contestants, has ear

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Spartan Kyiv 2024 charity race

Spartan Kyiv 2024 charity race

KYIV, UKRAINE - APRIL 20, 2024 - A man runs along the Park Bridge across the Dnipro River leading to Trukhaniv Island during the Spartan Kyiv 2024 charity race, Kyiv, capital of Ukraine. The event is held to raise money for drones for military intelligence personnel and a seriously wounded serviceman of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine.

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Yellow River Auto Rally Race

Yellow River Auto Rally Race

YAN'AN, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2023 - Vehicles cross the Yellow River Bridge during the Yellow River Rally Race in Yan 'an, Shaanxi province, China, Dec 14, 2023.

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Yellow River Auto Rally Race

Yellow River Auto Rally Race

YAN'AN, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2023 - Vehicles cross the Yellow River Bridge during the Yellow River Rally Race in Yan 'an, Shaanxi province, China, Dec 14, 2023.

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Historical canal race takes place in Amsterdam

STORY: Historical canal race takes place in Amsterdam DATELINE: Oct. 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:09 LOCATION: Amsterdam CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the canal race STORYLINE: The historical Canal Race Amsterdam, which dated back to 1951, took place in the heart of Amsterdam on Saturday. It is a sloop race of some 23 kilometers on the canals of Amsterdam. This unique race through the Amsterdam city center makes its annual comeback to the city every Oct. With some 70 bridges to cross, as well as excursion boats and sloops to dodge, this sporting event is a demanding race. The annual event celebrates the city's maritime heritage and offers a unique opportunity to showcase Amsterdam's famous waterways. The route showcases Amsterdam's rich history and takes participants past landmarks such as the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum and the Skinny Bridge. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Amsterdam. (XHTV)

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When China's Grand Canal meets Britain's Manchester Ship Canal

STORY: When China's Grand Canal meets Britain's Manchester Ship Canal DATELINE: June 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:19 LOCATION: HANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of China's Grand Canal 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): DON MUNRO, CEO of Efergy Technologies 3. various of China's Grand Canal 4. various of Britain's Manchester Ship Canal 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): DON MUNRO, CEO of Efergy Technologies 6. various of the Gongchen Bridge area 7. various of Don experiencing paper-cutting 8. various of water sports on the Grand Canal 9. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): DON MUNRO, CEO of Efergy Technologies 10. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): XU JIAN, Staff of Hangzhou Shuishang Sports Club 11. various of the Dragon Boat Race Festival on the Manchester Ship Canal 12. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): PAUL DENNETT, Salford's mayor 13. SOUNDBITE 6 (English): DON MUNRO, CEO of Efergy Technologies STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE 1 (English): DON MUNRO, CEO of Efergy Technologies "Hello, my name is Don. I'm from Manchester in England. I came to Hangzhou 2

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Prague Int'l Marathon held in Czech capital

STORY: Prague Int'l Marathon held in Czech capital DATELINE: May 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:09 LOCATION: Prague CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of runners preparing for the marathon 2. various of runners running the marathon 3. various of the first place, Alexander Mutiso 4. various of the second place, Sisay Lemma 5. various of the third place, Philemon Rono 6. various of the award ceremony 7. SOUNDBITE (Czech): VIT PAVLISTA, Czech winner STORYLINE: The 27th Prague International Marathon was held in the Czech capital on Sunday. The 42-km-long route started from Wenceslas Square in downtown Prague. More than 7,000 runners took part in the race, running mostly along the Vltava River and across several landmarks such as the Charles Bridge. The winner of this year's race was Alexander Mutiso from Kenya, who also broke the course record with a time of 2:05:09. The second place was taken by Sisay Lemma from Ethiopia and the third place over the line was Philemon Rono from Kenya. In the women's elite race,

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(SP)CHINA-ANHUI-YIXIAN-CYCLING-LIFE

(SP)CHINA-ANHUI-YIXIAN-CYCLING-LIFE

(230423) -- BEIJING, April 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Arming Schober rides past a stone bridge in Yixian County, east China's Anhui Province, March 23, 2023. Arming Schober, a German owner of a homestay in Tachuan Village of Yixian County, participated in the 18th China Huangshan (Yixian) International Cycling Open. Yixian County, one of the six counties of ancient Huizhou, is located at the southern foot of Huangshan Mountain. The China Huangshan (Yixian) International Cycling Open is held here for 18 consecutive years, as brand events achieving high-quality integration of sports and tourism. This year's Huangshan cycling race attracted more than 1,700 riders both at home and overseas. Arming was born in Innsbruck, Austria. He traveled in Huangshan Mountain with his family in 2021 and was attracted by the simple folk customs, beautiful environment and unique Huizhou-style architecture. Arming and his wife Huang Qiong took over an ancient Huizhou house and started a homestay business. As a cycling enthusiast, he sa

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Obuchi kicks off canvassing for LDP leadership race

Obuchi kicks off canvassing for LDP leadership race

NAGOYA, Japan - The photo shows Prime Minister Keizo Obuchi (far L) raising his fist during a gathering of his supporters at a Nagoya hotel on Aug. 27 to encourage himself to win next month's leadership race for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. ''I will continue to do my utmost to make a bridge toward the 21st century,'' Obuchi told the meeting.

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners, athletes, Prague International Marathon, Charles Bridge

Runners take part in the 2019 Prague Marathon international race in Prague, Czech Republic, May 5, 2019. (CTK Photo/Michaela Rihova)

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