The best photos from the 120th Boston Marathon

Just in case you missed the race

Today was the 120th Boston Marathon and the 50th anniversary of the first woman participant.

People from all over the world came to Boston today just to watch as thousands of runners participated in the race.

At the finish of the marathon

The awards podium just before the race participants start crossing the finish line

One of the incredible push-rim wheelchair participants

One of many hand-pedal cyclists participating in today’s race

One of the elite women, just before she finishes the marathon

Going in for a hug just before finishing the race

A group of lucky BU students found a great spot near the finish line

Receiving medals after the race

Receiving water, food, and any assistance needed

A view of the Newbury Street leg of the race

People climbed not just on street signs to have a better view, but also on walls, fire escapes, balconies, and they even snuck out on to the balcony at the Boston Public Library

Runners finding shade under the Harvard Bridge

The one mile to go mark, where many runners stopped for pictures and started to get really excited for the finish line

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