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coming to an end

with only 4 days

of events remaining.

On the last day, of course,

is the Men's marathon event.

It is another major event

to look out for.

3 runners from Korea

will be running in the race.

Min Yun-gi, Ju Man-ho

and Park Gyeong-sun.

Instant noodles must be

so great for you.

That woman won 3 gold medals

after only eating noodles.

You should run in the Asian Games

after we finish that box.

How many boxes will they give you

if you win gold in the Asian Games?

Is it good?

Eat some more.

Good evening, Korea.

We're broadcasting live from

London's Olympic stadium.

In a few minutes,

the final event of the game,

Men's marathon will start

from outside the famous Big Ben.

To help with commentary is

the former national

team coach, Mr. Han.

Good evening,

I'm Han Bong-chun.

The air is buzzing with

anticipation for today's event.

What are your thoughts

on today's race?

You should be looking out for

some of the medal hopefuls

from Korea, Japan and Kenya.

The most favorite contender

is Korea's Min Yun-gi.

Also, GB's Alex who is taking

the home advantage,

Uyuki from Japan, and Kenya's Matai is

also a strong contestant.

Including Yun-gi, there are 3 runners

representing Korea in this race,

It's Man-ho! He's my buddy.

He's a pacemaker who helps

other runners with pacing.

It's a clever stragety on

behalf of Coach Park.

Gyeong-sun is a dark horse

with underlying strength.

Today's course starts from Big Ben

and runs through southeast London

and continues over Tower Bridge

to the Lloyd's building,

in the heart of the financial district

and finish here at the main stadium,

covering a total distance of 42.1 95km.

Wind is strong in this section.

Man-ho should stick to the riverside

and Yun-gi on the roadside.

Being an experienced runner,

- Man-ho moves closer to the river,

- Bro!

Korean runners are now passing 10km

outside the Royal Albert Hall.

They are keeping close

behind Kenya's Matai.

As we speak, GB's Alex

threw a glance at our runners

and is pushing forward to the lead.

Kenya's Matai shoots Man-ho

a vexing look expressing displeasure.

For runners with long legs like him

keeping a close distance behind

can distract his attention.

Ju Man-ho is leading a tactical race.

That's good. That's good.

Althetes are now approaching 20km

at Greenwich University.

Korean runners are

in the second group

about 10 meters

behind the lead pack.

As we move to the second half,

the final lead pack is shaping up.

That's the 20km water station.

Gyeong-sun, take over

the lead until 25km

and shake up other runners.

Yun-gi, remember to stick to

Man-ho's pace at all times.

If one of our runners

maintain the lead,

it helps Yun-gi maintain his pace

that he has been training on.

I see. If they keep up

this speed to 30km,

We could be looking at a gold medal.

The final lead pack should

shape up around this point.

Most tension break out

at this point.

GB's Alex.

No. Yun-gi must not

be stirred by him.

Other runners are aware

that he is easily provoked.

He shouldn't be swayed by them.

Man-ho is running a perfectly

controlled race for Yun-gi.

That's right. Because Man-ho

ran in so many races,

he is able to show such control.

Only a runner who has run more races

for other runners than himself

can do what he is doing.

I would like to applaud him

for his wonderful play.

Chinese runners are

putting on a spurt.

China's Yang Yang is

moving forward

to the lead position.

Unbelievable!

Park trips and falls to the ground.

No, no. This is bad.

The Chinese runner sped up

too aggressively.

Right.

Go, Third Leg!

Unforturnately for Gyeong-sun,

he is unable to get back

on his feet from the impact.

Now it's all on Man-ho's shoulders

to maintain the lead.

A tough situation for him.

Now the Lloyd's building is

coming into sight.

This is the most crucial point

in a marathon,

30km mark where

the winner is determined.

That's right. At 30km,

most pacesetters drop out

and the real leaders come to the front.

You can say that

real racing starts here.

You're watching Men's marathon,

the highlight event of the Olympics.

Now the remaining distance

is 12.1 95km.

Min Yun-gi starts picking up speed.

It's an admirable speed.

On the other hand, Ju Man-ho

is dramatically dropping speed.

You can say that he has

fulfilled his role in the race.

His time at 30km is 1:27:03.

At this rate, Yun-gi could set

a new Olympic record.

Run, bro!

Run.

I'm sorry, bro.

Min Yun-gi is leading with

Japan's Uyuki closely behind.

About 100m behind them,

we see the second group.

That can't be who I think he is.

Is that even possible?

Damned TV!

It's Ju Man-ho!

Korea's Ju Man-ho emerges.

It's quite an unbelievable sight.

He was believed to have

dropped out at 30km.

Good Gracious!

He appears to have

a problem in his leg.

He is dropping speed significantly.

Ju Man-ho, struggling to get

circulation back in the right leg.

It appears that it won't be possible

to continue the race.

He manifested an incredibly

smooth race to 30km

and instead of giving up,

he poured out all he had.

But he seems to have

finally run out of fuel.

He is stabbing his thigh to get

the circulation back in the leg.

He continues to run with blood

running down his leg.

It's a sight that is touching

the world's hearts.

Man-ho is not giving up.

That's the strength of Korean sports.

The spectators here in London

are cheering for him,

showing their unified support.

A nameless marathoner from Korea

is touching everyone around the globe.

I feel so proud to be a marathoner

at this very moment.

Thank you, Man-hol.

Man-ho continues his race

presenting us a race

that is hard to believe.

Go, Ju Man-ho!

We're almost there.

Show us what a marathon is.

Man-ho passes GB's Alex again.

That's power beyond human.

Passing 40km, now there is

70m distant to the leader.

I wish he would continue

giving his best.

We're almost there.

The last bit of effort from him.

The Olympic stadium is

emerging from the distance.

The first runner to enter stadium

is Korea's Min Yun-gi.

On second place is Japan's Uyuki.

And Ju Man-ho enters the stadium!

It's Korea's Ju Man-ho!

Will he be able to put on a last spurt?

No one knows

what will happen next.

Now only 400m remains to the finish line.

What's happening to Uyuki?

Overpacing backfired?

Run, run, run!

Yes! And he passes Uyuki!

Ju takes over Japan's Uyuki,

now running in second place.

Min is putting

on a last burst of speed.

And Ju Man-ho is pouring out

the last bit of energy to catch up.

With the runners

putting on their last spurts,

the remaining distance is about 300m.

Incredible!

Ju Man-ho is catching up.

200 meters.

Man-ho catches up!

He catches up!

Spurt! Spurt!

Yes, he catches up!

The final 100 meters.

They pass the finish line!

Gold medal for Korea!

It appears Min Yun-gi was

slightly ahead.

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