Thousands of runners participate in Beirut International Marathon - in pictures

Various nationalities took part under slogan 'I am Beirut'

Runners start the 42.2-kilometre Beirut International Marathon in Lebanon. AP

Wheelchair participants begin the 21.1-kilometre race. AP

A woman uses an air horn to support the thousands of runners taking part. AP

It was the 20th anniversary edition of the marathon. EPA

The event was held under the slogan 'I am Beirut'. EPA

There was plenty of support for the athletes. EPA

A man cleans the street as runners pass by. EPA

A picture of runners using a slow shutter speed to show motion. AP

The race took in all the sights and sounds of Beirut. AP

The event has taken place every year since 2003. AFP

People dressed in traditional costumes encourage the runners. AFP

Mitku Dekeba crosses the finish line first in a time of 2 hours, 14 minutes and 22 seconds. AP

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