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Welcome to your Chicago Athlete Express. Enjoy the read.

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This e-newsletter is brought to by The 27th Chicago Distance Classic (www.ChicagoDistanceClassic.com) on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2003. The CDC is limited to 7,500 entrants, and is filling up fast! The CDC features Chip timing, prize money, technical T-shirts, finishers' medals, plenty of aid stations, first names on race bibs and a fun post-race party.

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THE SCOOP
Twin brothers Jorge and Edwardo Torres, who have achieved running greatness from their days at Wheeling High School right through their senior years at the University of Colorado, not to mention high-profile international competition here and abroad, have signed professional contracts with Reebok. The multiyear deal keeps the twins together for their post-collegiate years. "It's a dream come true for Edwardo and me to be sponsored by Reebok," Jorge Torres said. "We are thrilled to become part of their family of internationally renowned track and field athletes." Chicago Athlete congratulates the Torres brothers. Visit:
www.runningnetwork.com/news/reeboktorres.html

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THE NEWS
If you are interested in learning about kayaking and canoeing, head to Palatine this weekend for the annual two-day Paddling in the Park (not a race) at Twin Lakes Recreation Center. You can really learn a lot over these two days in fun surroundings. For all the information, go to:
www.paddlinginthepark.com

Joan Benoit Samuelson, the 1984 Olympic champion and 1985 Chicago Marathon winner (2:21:21) among her many milestones, will be host of the Fleet Feet Women's 5K, 10K and Festival this Sunday, July 27. The races are at Montrose in north Lincoln Park. Benoit Samueslon will be appearing, courtesy of Nike, her sponsor. The race benefits the LaRabida Fit Matters program, which helps battle children's obesity issues and challenges faced by today's youth. Look for a top field. Visit:
www.fleetfeetchicago.com

That really was LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon executive director Carey Pinkowski at U.S. Cellular Field on Tuesday, treating a Japanese running contingent to a Sox game. Yes, the field is taking shape for October's race. We'll keep you posted.

And you thought you couldn't get into the Accenture Chicago Triathlon. Buy a pair of Reebok Premier Series Shoes at Fleet Feet and you're in. There are 40 spots available, so act quickly. It's that simple. Once again, log onto:
www.fleetfeetchicago.com

The Albank 5K, scheduled for Oct. 19, has been canceled for this year. This popular Chicago race offered prize money and attracted top runners. It will be missed and we hope to see it back on the schedule next year.

Here's a belated congratulations to masters runner Mike Egle, who placed in three events at the recent World Masters Athletics competition in Puerto Rico. He took bronze medals in the 8K cross-country, 800-meter and 1,500-meter runs.

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THE RESULTS
What a weekend it was! And, as usual, we just hit the highlights, but here goes. Jeremy Borling (15:05) and Jenny Spangler (16:51) had the most at the Galloping Ghost 5K in Wheaton, winning the titles in the highly competitive CARA Circuit race. For more details, visit:
www.chicagoaa.com/news/gallopingghost03final. html
For photos, see:
www.chicagoaa.com/features/gallopingghost03ph otos.html

Other performances that make this week's honor roll:
*Chinatown 5K -- Julius Rotich, West Des Moines, IA, 14:41 and Erica Braswell, Birmingham, AL, 17:17. For more information on Sunday morning's race, visit:
www.chicagoaa.com/news/chinatown0503final.ht ml
For photos, see:
www.chicagoaa.com/features/chinatown5k03phot os.html

*Chicago 10K -- Cameron Stuber, Chicago, 31:57 and Jenny Spangler (again!) 35:53. It was Spangler's 40th birthday.

*Bensenville Criterium -- John Lieswn, 7-Up/Maxxis and Sarah Tillotson, Athletes by Design. Chicago favorite and regular Chicago Athlete columnist Robbie Ventura of US Postal, placed fourth and is 10th in the overall Superweek Standings out of 102 riders.

*Met Life Duathlon (2-mile run-11-mile bike, 2-mile run), Tinley Park -- Thomas Estka, Chicago, 54:11 and Tara Schramm, Roscoe, IL, 58:40

*Harbor Lights Triathlon, Waukegan -- David Fix, Hinsdale, 1:08:07 and Jennifer Harrison, West Dundee, 1:16:21. And yes, there really is a Jennifer Garrison, too! Garrison, of Naperville, was second to Harrison, just 32 seconds back.

For a photo gallery from Swim Across America, visit:
www.chicagoaa.com/features/swimacrossameric a03photos.html
For a photo gallery from the Bastille Day 5K, visit:
www.chicagoaa.com/features/bastille03photos.ht ml

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THE REMINDER
Keep Sunday, Aug. 10 open for a great day on the Chicago River, right in the city! Yes, you can paddle or pedal the river at the Chicago River Flatwater Classic and Bicycle Escapade. For detils, visit:
www.chicagoriver.com

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THE ANSWER
Congratulations to Bill Anders of Elmhurst for being the first to answer last week's four-part trivia question. We asked who the Galloping Ghost was, where he went to high school, where he went to college and what number he wore. The answers: Red Grange, Wheaton, University of Illinois, No. 77. Thanks to all who responded. Bill will be receiving a brand new Chicago Athlete T-shirt.

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THIS WEEK'S QUESTION
Who was the last Japanese runner to win what is now called The LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon, and what year did the victory occur? Send your answer to editorial@chicagoaa.com, and if you're the first person with the right answer, you will win . . . of course! A Chicago Athlete T-shirt!

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WISH YOUR FRIENDS GOOD LUCK!
Here's another way to support your favorite marathoner! For $30, $20 or $15 you can write a message for your friends, loved one or even cheer on your favorite elite racer at The LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon. Your message will appear in the October issue of Chicago Athlete, which is the official program for the Marathon this year! Here's where to find out more:
www.chicagoaa.com/news/oct03goodluckad.html

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THE CLOSER
We cover 'em large and small. This weekend, your editor will visit a race on Washington Island, WI. The field could be 50 or 60 -- divided into three distances. And you have to ride a ferry boat just to get to the starting line. We'll let you know if anyone doesn't win an award! Until next time.