Photo above: Stephen Ketcham, 25 of Lorton, VA finished 9th among men in 28:29. The lead women's pack of Russians behind him included Victoria Klimina (first place in 27:54, 28 years old) and Elena Orlova (second place in 28:02, age 25).

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First photo: Sharon Lemberger, 30 of Washington, DC finished in 29:09 as the third place women.

Middle photo: 21-year-old Paris Caballero of Germantown placed second in his age group with an impressive 28:16.

Third photo: Elizabeth Feldman of Chevy Chase, MD won her age group (35-39)with a fast run of 31:38. Ken Umbarger of Gaithersburg, MD also ran well to place third among his peers (50-54).

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First photo: Victoria Klimina, 28, winner of the 2004 Sallie Mae 10K, led the chase for first place. Dedicated local runner Dustin Sweeney, 21 of Berryville, VA won the 20-24 age group with a time of 27:56.

Second photo: It's a father and son passion for the road. Bill Raabe, 49 of Bethesda, finished second in his age group (29:42) to match Chris Raabe's second overall finish (25:44).

Bottom photo: Running in the neighborhood, Ronald Ely (age 33) ran 34:26 followed by 27-year-old Margaret Polcawich's 34:35.

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Top photo: Michael Wardian, 30 of Arlington, made the drive worthwhile with a winning time of 25:14.

Middle photo: Fast feet for Elena Orlova, 25, carried her to second place.

Third photo: A warm, sunny morning encouraged runners to sign up and participate!

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