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Childhood hardships that fuel stars at London Marathon

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Kenya's Brigid Kosgei in action during the women's elite race.[FILE]

The storyline looks familiar. It's always childhood challenges that often fuel athletics stars' determination to excel in distance running.

And the script will be no different at the 43rd London Marathon tomorrow.

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