10 interesting questions about the Boston Marathon, answered

April 12, 2023

If you grew up in Massachusetts or have lived here for a while, chances are you know a fair amount about the history of the event. You probably know where the marathon starts (Hopkinton) and where it ends (Boylston Street). You might even know someone running it this year on Monday, April 17.

But do you know how Heartbreak Hill got its name? Or why the unicorn is the race’s symbol? Impress your friends with the answers to these interesting questions about the Boston Marathon. Boston.com