Exposing Marathon Cheaters: Putting an End to Dishonest Racing

TLDRMarathon cheaters are becoming more sophisticated, but one man is determined to catch them. Derek Murphy, a marathon investigator, uses statistical analysis and race photos to identify cheaters. He has caught over 200 runners in more than 50 races. Murphy's blog calls out cheaters and serves as a deterrent. One couple was caught removing timing chips from bibs to improve their finishing times. This cautionary tale sheds light on the dark side of the marathon racing community.