The U.S. Olympic Trials marathon is shaping up to be an exciting race through the streets of Los Angeles. In addition to a few highly anticipated debuts from half marathon qualifiers, there are a lot of 2:12-men aiming for a breakthrough at the trials, as well as a few experienced threats. Among the top men seeded by qualification time there are two Olympians, one Olympic silver medalist, two U.S. marathon champions, and eight athletes hoping to make their first Olympic team this weekend.

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