Which Olympic event was named for an Ancient Greek battle?
Answer Marathon
According to legend, the Greek messenger Pheidippides was tasked with carrying word to Athens about a victory over Persian forces in the Battle of Marathon. While the distance allegedly traveled on that day wasn't exactly 26.2 miles, the name of the race still honors the messenger's memory.
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