Racing From Red Square
Runners setting out in the 30th Moscow International Marathon for Peace near St. Basil's in Red Square. At least 5,000 people took part.
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A group of runners gathering for a photo with a Kremlin tower, left, and St. Basil's for a backdrop.
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More exciting than the tooth fairy. A girl waiting near the start line with smile to spare.
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A tried-and-true runner pausing for the camera. The race took place Sunday, Sept. 12, under light clouds.
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Chatting at the start line. The race for wheelchair competitors was 10 kilometers.
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Wheeled competitors pushing off from Red Square.
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Thousands of pairs of running shoes toeing up to the start line.
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Runners showing off tight form.
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Coursing away from St. Basil's.
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Strolling.
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Even more participants fanning out from the line. The longest course was 42 kilometers.
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Waiting for the runners, wheelers and walkers to appear further along the river.
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