Boston Marathon

Quiz: How much do you know about Boston’s biggest sporting event?

Take our 10-question quiz to see how well you know some of the Boston Marathon's biggest moments.

The starting line area of the 127th Boston Marathon in Hopkinton. David L. Ryan/Globe Staff

By Alex Svenson

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This Marathon Monday, April 15, will mark the 128th Boston Marathon.

As the oldest continuously run marathon in the world, Boston regularly attracts 500,000 spectators along its route. According to the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.), this makes it the most viewed sporting event in New England.

Approximately 30,000 runners are expected to compete in this year’s race, with many already sharing their stories about why they’re running with us.

Whether you are among the runners who qualified for the race or a spectator looking for the best places to watch, where to eat and drink, or grab a beer along the route, our reporters have you covered. Stay up to date on marathon news here on Boston.com.

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Ahead of the race, take Boston.com’s quiz on the marathon’s biggest moments. Do you know who the first winner of the marathon was over 100 years ago? Or how Heartbreak Hill got its name? How about whose statue is along the route?

Test your knowledge of Boston Marathon history and read up on past races with this Boston.com quiz.

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