A Surprise in the Ring

Searching gritty gyms for the next Oscar De La Hoya, a reporter finds a 10-year-old girl, coached by her father. They hunger for a championship. Even more, they need each other.
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L.A. Marathon

Video: Take a marathon tour of Los Angeles
PHOTOS: Along the L.A. Marathon route

Hi-res: Photos along the course

Interactive: Los Angeles Marathon video tour

Interactive: Mile-by-mile tour of route

Motivation to run a marathon

Motivation to run 26.2 miles
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