🏛️ Our Story

From the Country That Gave the World the Marathon

Race In Form is based in Athens, Greece—just 300 meters from the Ancient Agora, the very spot where Pheidippides delivered his legendary message after running from the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC.

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Race In Form Office, Athens
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Athens, Greece
300m from Ancient Agora
🎯 Our Mission

Honoring Every Finish Line

In 490 BC, Pheidippides ran approximately 40 kilometers from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens to announce the Greek victory over the Persian Empire. According to legend, upon reaching the Ancient Agora, he proclaimed "Νενικήκαμεν!" (We have won!) before collapsing from exhaustion.

This legendary act of endurance and sacrifice inspired the modern marathon race, first held at the 1896 Athens Olympics. Today, millions of runners worldwide participate in marathons, Ironman triathlons, ultramarathons, and other endurance events—each one carrying forward Pheidippides' spirit of determination.

At Race In Form, we believe every finish line deserves celebration. We create beautiful, personalized posters that commemorate your race achievements—whether it's your first 5K or your 100th marathon, whether you finished in 2 hours or 6.

💎 Our Values

What We Stand For

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Heritage

We honor the 2,500-year legacy of the marathon, from Pheidippides to modern runners.

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Craftsmanship

Every poster is designed with attention to detail, accuracy, and artistic excellence.

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Global Community

We serve runners from every continent, celebrating the universal language of endurance.

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Achievement

Every finish line deserves recognition—from first 5K to 100th marathon.

📜 Our Heritage

A Legacy of Endurance

490 BC
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Pheidippides runs from Marathon to Athens

1896
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First modern Olympic marathon in Athens

1983
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First Spartathlon ultra-marathon

2024
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Race In Form founded in Athens

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Ancient Agora of Athens
📍 Why Athens?

The Only Place We Could Be

Greece is not just where the marathon was born—it's where the very concept of athletic competition as a celebration of human potential originated. The ancient Greeks believed that physical excellence was inseparable from moral and intellectual virtue.

Our office sits in the shadow of the Acropolis, steps away from the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic marathon finished in 1896. Every day, we're surrounded by 2,500 years of athletic history.

This isn't just our location—it's our inspiration. When we create a poster for your Boston Marathon or Ironman Kona finish, we do so carrying the weight of history and the spirit of Pheidippides.

🎨 What We Create

Personalized Race Art

We cover over 1,000 races worldwide, from the World Marathon Majors to local charity runs.

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Marathons

250+ marathons including all World Majors: Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York, Tokyo, and the Athens Authentic.

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Ironman & Triathlons

150+ triathlon events from sprint distance to full Ironman, including the World Championship in Kona.

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Ultra Marathons

100+ ultras including Spartathlon, Western States, UTMB, Comrades, and Badwater.

Ready to Celebrate Your Achievement?

Join thousands of runners who've turned their race memories into beautiful art.