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Why today's Los Angeles marathon is special for Korir brothers

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(L–R) John Korir and his brother Wesley Korir pose with the trophy after John won the men’s race at the 129th Boston Marathon on April 21, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. [AFP]

When the history of the Los Angeles Marathon is written, two Kenyan brothers will most likely feature prominently.

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