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Photo Gallery: Firefighters Face a Day of Friendly Competition in Tinley

Firefighters from across the nation tested their mettle on a grueling challenge course Saturday.

More than 150 brave men and women from across the country convened in on Saturday put their stamina, strength and decision making skills to the test.

The during the weekend to the which is known as, "the toughest two minutes in sports." That moniker is apt, as a significant number of competitors were unable to finish the course.

Surrounding the competition were both local and national fire awareness charities, including .

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