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The audio begins with the echo of footsteps on an open road, a rhythmic and persistent patter that sets the pace of the story. This is the sound of a marathon, specifically an Ekiden or relay marathon race in Japan, a country renowned for its dedication to the sport. The audio captures the essence of hundreds of athletes, their breaths synchronized with the rhythm of their footfalls, as they race down the long stretch of asphalt. The field-recording technique used in the audio brings the listeners right to the heart of the action. You can almost feel the tension in the air, the electric anticipation as the athletes prepare for the relay pass. The sound of hundreds of people cheering from the sidelines infuses the atmosphere with a thrilling sense of exhilaration. Suddenly, there's a shift in the audio. The steady rhythm of footsteps is disrupted as the first relay pass takes place. There's a quick exchange, the slap of the baton hitting a palm, and then the race is on again
