The “Duel in the Sun” (1982 Boston Marathon)
The 1982 Boston Marathon featured an epic battle between long-distance runners Alberto Salazar and Dick Beardsley. The two runners engaged in a grueling back-and-forth battle under scorching conditions, with Salazar ultimately edging out Beardsley to win the race by just two seconds. The race became known as the “Duel in the Sun” and is regarded as one of the greatest marathons in history.