The Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Bank Marathon Selects Date for 2002 Marathon

May 9, 2002

The 25th Annual Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Bank Marathon has selected Sunday, October 6, 2002 as the day of this long-standing tradition. The 2002 Detroit Marathon has incorporated a new mission statement to commemorate the anniversary: An Extraordinary Experience for the Ordinary Person.

As thousands of runners gear up for the 25th Annual Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Bank Marathon hosted by the City of Detroit, decision-makers are finalizing the details of the course to be run this year.

The Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Bank Marathon offers five Race Divisions: Marathoners, Wright and Filippis Wheelchair Competition, Competitive Race Walking, Reebok Team Relays 2-person and 5-person teams. For those working up to their Marathon potential there will be a Compuware 5k Fun Run and Fitness Walk for all ages and abilities.

The 2002 Detroit Marathon is building on the wave of development and prosperity taking place in the City of Detroit expecting record participation from spectators and participants. This year's event promises to give An Extraordinary Experience for the Ordinary Person.

For More information, contact Pat Ball @ 734-769-2926 or visit our website at www.detroitfreepressmarathon.com

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