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Grandfather Mountain Marathon

Jul 12, 2003

Where

, NC, United States

Start time

08:00

Distances

Marathon

Sub-events

26.2

Marathon

July 12, 2003 Saturday

Distance: Marathon·Start time: 08:00

MarathonRun onlyPoint to pointDownhill

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With a net gain of nearly 1,000 feet in altitude, the Grandfather Mountain Marathon is far from easy. South Carolinian Nicholas Fleming had a strong showing nonetheless, finishing in sixth place overall.

General News The Greenville News

Jul 15, 2003

Veteran runners win at Grandfather Mountain

Mike White won the Grandfather Mountain Marathon, beating out two former champions. Meanwhile, perennial favorite Patti Enloe dominated the women's division.

General News The Watauga Democrat

Jul 16, 2003