‘I am the organiser of the most inclusive, supportive marathon in the world'
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A marathon organiser has said he believes his event is the 'most inclusive' in the world as it will feature participants with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis and terminal cancer.
Phil Roberton, 43, is the organiser of the Flawed Hero Marathon – a 26.2 mile event in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, which will finish just as the London Marathon begins and aims to accept anyone willing to take part.
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