Blood, sweat, and tears; Finishing the Boston Marathon
By: News Staff
BOSTON, Mass. – The emotion isn’t hard to spot on Marathon Monday, as the athletes train hard and push through the pain the make sure they get their medal.
After 26.2 miles, thousands of athletes breathe a sign of relief as they cross the finish line.
Austin Prario of Burrillville said it’s a moment he never thought would come.
"This is literally the best day of my life. That was the coolest thing ever, to cross the finish line, see my dad for the first time when I crossed and my whole family – I just want to say ‘thank you’ to them. This is really, really cool."
The 19-year-old is the first person to ever finish the course with only three heart chambers.
“It’s pretty cool but I won’t be the last, I promise you that.”
The emotion for the runners is visible as they get their medals.
For Kelsi Chappell, a 3-time Boston Marathon finisher, the feeling is unbeatable.
"It’s very emotional and moreso in Boston than any other race. It’s really just a cool, it’s a cool feeling."
Double amputee, Hector Picard, ran for 12-year-old Anna Kitada, a Rhode Islander battling pediatric cancer.
"I mean, I worked hard for it but its nothing compared to how hard she’s working to get healthy."
The sense of comradely and love at the finish line – truly unforgettable.
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