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The 1904 St. Louis Olympic marathon: The most chaotic and bizarre race in history

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The 1904 St. Louis Olympic marathon: The most chaotic and bizarre race in history

Strychnine doping, car-riding impostors, wild dog attacks, and an impromptu nap in the middle of the race.

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The unhinged 1904 St. Louis marathon: Strychnine, naps, and cars in history's most absurd race

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The unhinged 1904 St. Louis marathon: Strychnine, naps, and cars in history's most absurd race

Only 14 of 32 athletes crossed the finish line after navigating choking dust trails, wild dogs, rotten fruit, and doses of rat poison.

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st. louis 1904

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