Hundreds run in Corpus Christi Marathon, winner qualifies for Boston Marathon

Hundreds of runners filled the streets of Downtown Corpus Christi this weekend for the annual CCTX Marathon Weekend, a two-day event that brought athletes from across Texas and beyond to the Coastal Bend.

Among them was 45-year-old Terry Palmer, who claimed first place in Sunday’s full marathon for males and Janie Garcia, who also won first place in the women’s full marathon race.

KRIS 6 News got a chance to speak with Palmer once the race was over. He said he’s been practicing for nearly 10 to 12 weeks to win first place…

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