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Canada's John Gay set for debut marathon in Ottawa after serious injuries nearly forced him to retire

May 23, 2026

John Gay, a 2021 Canadian Olympian in the steeplechase, will toe the line for his debut marathon Sunday in Ottawa, something he and those close to him never dreamed possible as recently as a year ago.



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