Several runners who had been scheduled to compete here -- including Lornah Kiplagat and Benita Johnson -- pulled out in protest of Leghzaoui's presence in the race.
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Though she had competed in quite a few races since returning to competition after serving a two-year...
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...suspension after testing positive for EPO, this particular had, by far, stirred up the most controversy.
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Several runners who had been scheduled to compete here -- including Lornah Kiplagat and Benita Johnson -- pulled out in protest of Leghzaoui's presence in the race.
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Kim Smith moves into second, as Legzaoui puts a small gap on the field.
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After she established a gap, Legzaoui was just racing against the clock.
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