Sierra Leone Runner to Compete in NYC Marathon

Sierra Leone, for the first time, is sending a runner to compete in one the most prestigious international running events -- the New York City Marathon.  Soccer is the ruling sport in this West African nation, but runner Idrissa Kargbo hopes to change that.  In an empty stadium under a blazing sun, Kargbo is preparing for the biggest race of his life. His coach barks instructions at him as the 22-year-old runner aims to beat his own record of two hours and 35 minutes. At the New ...

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