Marvelous Mishaps: Unraveling the Bizarre 1904 Olympic Marathon

Buckle up for a thrilling journey back to the uproarious 1904 Summer Olympics in St. Louis, where the marathon took a detour into the realm of the absurd!

Witness Fred Lorz's cunning antics, which had everyone fooled - until the truth came rolling in! Discover how Thomas Hicks' quest for victory took an unconventional turn with the help of questionable stimulants and dedicated trainers. And let's not forget Félix Carbajal, the Cuban postman, who ran through the chaos in his everyday attire, taking detours that left spectators in stitches!

From barefoot runners to scorching temperatures, each step in this marathon was an adventure in itself.

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