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Which events were held at the Panathenaic Stadium during the 2004 Olympics?
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During the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, the Panathenaic Stadium served as the venue for the following events:
- Archery: The stadium hosted the archery competition.12
- Marathon: It served as the official finishing point for both the men’s and women’s marathons.1
While the stadium is historically significant for hosting the opening and closing ceremonies of the inaugural 1896 modern Olympic Games, it was utilized specifically for these select competitions during the 2004 return of the Games to Greece.12