Top Mexican marathon runner, Carlos Cordero, will be racing through the streets of London in this summer’s Olympic Games. Since 1896, the marathon has been one of the original modern Olympic events, and signifies a true test of human ability and spirit. 35-year-old Carlos is rising up to the challenge in his last Olympic Games participation. Carlos is determined to perform on his final Olympic race day that will take place in August.
Born on January 7, 1977 at Potreros de la Noria, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Cordero has been a driven individual throughout his life. He is known for his hard work within athletics, and is maintaining his innate focus for the race ahead. In regards to preparing for the event, he said, “I am going to plan with my coach, Pedro Forest, and my doctor, Francisco Díaz to see what exactly we are going to do. We are going to carry out with our training and analyze the previous competitions in order to correct our faults.” The seasoned veteran in the sport of running has a clear objective: to reach the winner’s podium and earn a medal for Mexico.
The London Olympic Marathon Route is designed so runners will pass landmarks such as the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and Trafalgar Square. Watch top marathon runners compete on London's streets in the London 2012 Olympic Games.
NBC will be covering the men’s marathon on August 12th. This event is the one of the main symbols of the Olympics, and viewers can watch world class athletes replicate the historic 26.2 mile run that a brave Greek soldier inspired.
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