For Baldini, a step-by-step approach to Beijing

[Ryan]

When he crossed the finish line in Gothenburg last Sunday to capture his second European title in the Marathon, Stefano Baldini made a strong arguement that he just may be one of the finest Europeans to have ever raced over the distance. Displaying the patience that only a master of the event can exhibit, the 35-year-old Italian’s 2:11:32 victory appeared seemingly effortless, underscoring his phenomenal ability to run and win in major championship races.

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