The Olympic marathon is a legendary event and has featured on ... with a route that will include a 436m climb and 438m descent. The maximum gradient on the route will be 13.5%.

The first recorded competitive canoe sprint race took place at the British Royal Canoe Club in 1869. Canoe and kayak races feature on the Olympic Games programme, each with its own specific rules.

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