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This Sunday's TCS London Marathon is poised for a riveting showdown as three of the swiftest women in the annals of distance running, alongside a constellation of elite road racers, prepare for what could be a historic event.
In the highly competitive world of marathon running, Lindsay Flanagan is steadily etching her name as a formidable contender for a coveted spot on the Olympic team. Over the past 20 months, the seasoned marathoner has impressively shaved off her personal best by 2 minutes—twice. Notably, she clinched victory at the 2022 Gold Coast Marathon in Australia, setting a course record with a remarkable time of 2:24:43. Lindsay's prowess extended to the World Championships marathon in Budapest, where she claimed the ninth overall position and the title of the first American finisher with a time of 2:27:47.
Valencia, Spain - In a riveting exhibition of skill and determination, Kibiwott Kandie clinched victory in the men's category of the esteemed Valencia Half Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich on a balmy Sunday. With perfect weather gracing the event - a comfortable 15°C at the starting line and nary a breath of wind - Kandie, a former world record-holder, delivered a remarkable performance by crossing the finish line at an astounding 57:40. This secured his third win in Valencia while fending off some tough competition.
enyans Edwin Kimaiyo and Caroline Jepchirchir will be among the favorites at the GENERALI MUNICH MARATHON on 8th October. With personal bests of 2:09:12 and 2:26:11 respectively they head the current start lists of Germany’s fourth biggest marathon. Organisers of the 37th edition of the GENERALI MUNICH MARATHON expect a field of around 22,000 runners including races at shorter distances. Around 7,000 of them will run the marathon, which starts and finishes inside the famous Munich Olympic Stadium - as did the Olympic race back in 1972.
Following the Olympic Marathon Trials on February 3, the primary focus shifted to the fate of Leonard Korir, the third men's finisher, and the ambiguity surrounding his potential Olympic participation. World Athletics' intricate rules for allocating the 80 spots in the Olympic Marathon left Korir in suspense as he clinched the third spot in the Trials with a time of 2:09:57, falling short of the automatic qualification time of 2:08:10.
As the seasoned British distance runner, Andrew Butchart, transitions away from the track, he embarks on an exciting new challenge: his first-ever marathon. At 32 years of age, Butchart humbly refers to himself as a "novice" learning the ropes of marathon running.
Sifan Hassan, the Dutch athlete who became an Olympic champion in both the 5,000m and 10,000m events, made a remarkable debut in the London Marathon, emerging as a surprise winner despite injury and near-accidents. Hassan gave a masterclass in breaking every rule in the marathon book, stopping twice to stretch an injured hip and almost pulling out. In the men's race, Kelvin Kiptum, a 23-year-old Kenyan, put up a remarkable performance, surging powerfully ahead with eight miles to go and leaving behind some of the fastest men in history.
New York, NY – Hellen Obiri of Kenya left a lasting impression in the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon, claiming victory with an awe-inspiring final mile of 4 minutes and 52 seconds, narrowly besting Ethiopia's Letesenbet Gidey. Obiri completed the marathon in 2 hours, 27 minutes, and 23 seconds. This year's race was distinguished by a slow start, resulting in Obiri's winning time becoming the slowest in 13 years. The elite women's field remained tightly packed for the initial 10 kilometers.
As we approach the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, the running world is abuzz with excitement. Tigst Assefa's recent incredible achievement, completing the Berlin Marathon in just 2:11:53 a mere two weeks ago, has left everyone wondering: was it a unique feat or a sign of even greater accomplishments in the world of marathon running?
After surgery for appendicitis, marathoner Molly Seidel is gradually returning to her routine while focusing on long-term goals.