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High school coach closes gap with leader to win L.A. marathon

CBS America · 23 days ago
CBS America
CBS America
23 days ago

Nathan Martin, a high school cross country coach from Michigan, caught up with the runner in first place during the last stretch of the Los Angeles marathon, winning the race in the closest finish in history. Tony Dokoupil has the story.

Breakdown
  • Nathan Martin wins L.A. Marathon in closest finish ever 14s
  • Martin is a Michigan substitute teacher and coach 33s
  • He improved steadily and won at age 36 51s
  • Martin credits focusing on process over results 1m 1s
  • He hopes his victory inspires his students 1m 28s
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