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How Olympic marathon trials will impact downtown Orlando roads

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal.

The U.S. Olympic Team Trials — Marathon will close multiple downtown roads during Feb. 3.

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Greater Orlando Sports Commission has mailed out a road closure map to multiple businesses and residents who are located along the course. The event, which starts Feb. 3 at 10 a.m., will include one 2.2-mile loop and three 8-mile loops.

Roughly 60,000 to 100,000 spectators are expected to be along the race course. The race will include 350 runners who are being considered for the U.S. Olympic marathon teams for men and women at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

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