The 10,000 meters might be attenuated drama by its very nature, but 25 laps leading to a margin of victory of just one-tenth of a second? If that doesn’t raise the hairs on the back of your neck, check your vital signs.
It took until the very last event on the program for the athlete of Paris 2024 to emerge. And it took until the very last metres of the 42 thousand, 195 metres (plus a metre per kilometre to ensure there is no under-distance measurement) before it became clear Sifan Hassan was going to win the women’s marathon.
Patrick Tiernan's journey as an athlete began in Queensland, Australia, where he discovered his talent for distance running. He gained prominence at Villanova University, winning the 2016 NCAA Cross Country Championship. Tiernan set a national record by finishing the Chevron Houston Marathon in 2:07:45, becoming the fastest Australian in an Olympic marathon. Recently, he clocked 2:10:34 in Paris, further solidifying his status as Australia's fastest marathoner at the Olympic Games.
A shoe built for heavenly mile after mile of plushness, the Autopilot is Tarkine's first ever high-stack road shoe. It is in direct competition with the giants such as the ASICS Novablast, Nike Invincible, HOKA Clifton and New Balance More.
A disturbing image it is, though I have no personal knowledge I hasten to add. But let me take you back to those early 20th century days. The Hobart Harriers and New Town Harriers had just been formed in the capital. Launceston Harriers quickly followed an early example of anything that happens in the south of Tasmania is quickly replicated in the north. And vice versa.
Lima, Peru; 29 August, 2024 - Inspired by Olympic champion Nina Kennedy, South Australian pole vaulter Tryphena Hewett has secured Australia’s fourth medal at the 2024 World Athletics Under 20 Championships with a breakthrough bronze as Olympic semi-finalists Torrie Lewis, Peyton Craig and Claudia Hollingsworth bolted to victories in their respective semi-finals.
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers.
Jesse Hunt
Born July 28, 1998
Nationality: Australian
Middle-distance runner
Jesse trained at the University of...
Times are of some significance in popular culture. After midnight is when “we let it all hang out” – according to J.J. Cale, at least. In myriad ditties the dawn heralds the beginning of a new day.
Anaerobic threshold is, seemingly, a well understood concept. The focus on this threshold could be described as excessive in the world of middle-distance running, viewed by some as a shortcut to exceptional performance outcomes. Training at, or above, this threshold is a key consideration in the programs of all distance runners. In this article I identify aspects of the anaerobic threshold that may require attention as we age, and its application to training.
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers.
Reece Holder
Born: August 20, 2002
Nationality: Australian
400 meters sprinter
In 2023, Holder made a...
