The men's marathon at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta was held on Sunday, August 4, 1996. The race started at 07:05h local time to avoid excessively hot and humid conditions. A total number of 111 athletes completed the race, with an injured and limping Abdul Baser Wasiqi from Afghanistan finishing in last position in 4:24:17. Men's marathon at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta — the final on August 4, 1996. 🥇 Josia Thugwane (RSA) · 🥈 Lee Bong-Ju · 🥉 Erick Wainaina Wiki link