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2016 Peachtree Road Race

The inaugural Peachtree Road Race was organized on July 4, 1970. Of the 150 registrants, 110 runners finished the race. Over the years, the Peachtree Road Race evolved into an Atlanta tradition and a world class event. With 60,000 runners, the Peachtree Road Race is the largest 10K race in the world.
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  • Patriotic spectator

    Patriotic spectator

    07-04-16 The patriotic Peachtree Road Race spectator claimed his prime spot early.

  • Police officer

    Police officer

    07-04-16 The "Men in Blue" announced the runners with their escort.

  • Elite female runner

    Elite female runner

    07-04-16 An elite runner captured in mid-stride off the ground.

  • Elite runner

    Elite runner

    07-04-16 The elite runner is stunningly beautiful.

  • Group of elite runners

    Group of elite runners

    07-04-16 A group of elite runners are a reminder the Peachtree Road Race is a global event.

  • Elite Men Racers

    Elite Men Racers

    07-04-16 Loved catching Jovanny in mid-air stride as the elite men racers completed the first third of the Peachtree Road Race.

  • Two elite runners

    Two elite runners

    07-04-16 The elite runners seem to glide down Peachtree, barely touching the pavement.

  • Lead runners

    Lead runners

    07-04-16 The lead runners in the first wave after the Elite racers.

  • Brothers running together

    Brothers running together

    07-04-16 For many, the Peachtree Road Race is a "family affair."

  • Relaxed runner

    Relaxed runner

    07-04-16 ... and for some, their relaxed yet swifit pace makes the race look easy.

  • Runner with phone

    Runner with phone

    07-04-16 Love how the runner keeps his phone close to the chest - hope it is water resilient!

  • Determined female runner

    Determined female runner

    07-04-16 Beauty exudes through the runner's determination.

  • Pretty lady smiles

    Pretty lady smiles

    07-04-16 The lovely lady is in good shape to give a glowing smile mid-way through the Peachtree Road Race.

  • Crowded route

    Crowded route

    07-04-16 With 60,000 runners, the route gets crowded once into the mid-waves of race starts.

  • Distracted runner

    Distracted runner

    07-04-16 There are many distractions, from the crowd & fellow runners, in the Peachtree Road Race.

  • Runner in red

    Runner in red

    07-04-16 Once the lead runners segued into the later waves, the personalities came out especially when some saw the camera!

  • Happy runner

    Happy runner

    07-04-16 A happy runner enjoys the crowd antics.

  • Elder runner taking the lead

    Elder runner taking the lead

    07-04-16 An elder runner is an inspiration as he enjoys the annual 10K.

  • Happy young runner

    Happy young runner

    07-04-16 The young race veteran enjoys his 2016 run down Peachtree Road | Street. Yes, our famous road changes names mid-route.

  • Elder runner

    Elder runner

    07-04-16 The seasoned runner knows how to keep a pace & enjoy the race.

  • Runner carrying flag

    Runner carrying flag

    07-04-16 The runner took a quick break for one of the small flags handed out along the route.

  • Young runner

    Young runner

    07-04-16 A young lady enjoys running the Peachtree Road Race.

  • Young runner

    Young runner

    07-04-16 A young runner gives the camera a thumbs up! Thank goodness the focus was fast this time!

  • Runners in the heat

    Runners in the heat

    07-04-16 For the runners in the later start waves, the Georgia heat adds a challenge to the Peachtree Road Race.

  • Young star

    Young star

    07-04-16 The young star weaves her way through the crowd to keep her impressive pace.

  • Walker

    Walker

    07-04-16 In the later start waves, many opt for a brisk 10K walk

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