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Marathon wisdom: it's better to stop before you start

After weathering criticism for shutting down the Cellcom Green Bay Marathon in mid-race, Sean Ryan has advice for the organizers of the Madison Marathon facing similar hot conditions this weekend: Call it early. Ryan learned on Sunday that it's nearly impossible to stop single-minded endurance athletes in their quest to the finish line, risking their health and their lives.

May 25, 2012
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