Andrew Buchanan is gearing up for a career-defining moment at the Valencia Marathon this Sunday. With a breakout year behind him and whispers of Australian record potential, the 33-year-old Olympian stands ready to challenge himself on one of the world’s fastest courses. Whether he claims Brett Robinson’s 2:07:31 record or faces the sport’s unrelenting trials, Buchanan’s fearless approach defines his journey.
The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to compensate athletes affected by doping-related disqualifications in its events, addressing decades of unresolved prize money disputes. Starting January 2025, the program will issue payments to athletes re-ranked due to disqualifications dating back to 1986, the year prize money was introduced to the Boston Marathon.
The Zurich Marathon San Sebastián, one of Spain’s most iconic running events, was cancelled on Sunday due to hazardous weather conditions. High winds, recorded at 93 km/h and forecasted to exceed 120 km/h, forced organizers to prioritize safety, announcing the cancellation less than 24 hours before the race. Over 12,000 participants from 63 countries had planned to run the 46th edition of this celebrated marathon.
Ethiopian marathon sensations Sisay Lemma and Amane Beriso are gearing up for a return to the Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich on December 1, where they will attempt to shatter their own record-setting performances at this prestigious World Athletics Platinum Label event.
Ballarat, Australia – Running Warehouse Australia, the nation’s leading running specialty retailer, has announced a new partnership as the title sponsor of the Ballarat Marathon, now officially renamed the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon. This three-year agreement further affirms Running Warehouse’s commitment to supporting the global running community.
Athens—Ploutarchos Pourliakas, at 88, made history at the Athens Marathon by becoming the oldest finisher in the race’s 41st edition. Finishing in six hours and 31 minutes, he surpassed his 2023 time by 20 minutes, marking his 12th consecutive successful completion of this celebrated course.
At 82 years old, Judith Som proves that age is no barrier to running, finishing the TCS New York City Marathon last weekend. Clocking in at eight hours, 39 minutes, and 39 seconds, Som earned the distinction of being the oldest woman to cross the finish line in this year’s event. This accomplishment adds another chapter to her long-running passion, as she has now completed the iconic marathon 21 times.
Abdi Nageeye, the celebrated 2024 New York City Marathon champion, reveals that moving to Kenya at age 21 was the transformative decision that shaped his marathon career. This bold relocation allowed him to adopt the training and lifestyle of elite Kenyan runners, setting him on the path to international success.
Running influencer Matt Choi, with over half a million followers, was disqualified from the New York City Marathon and banned from future New York Road Runners (NYRR) events after unauthorized e-bikes filmed him during the November 3 race. The e-bikes, carrying Choi’s brother and a videographer, violated NYRR rules and obstructed other runners. Choi, 29, initially finished the marathon in 2:57:15 before NYRR voided his results, citing violations of World Athletics standards and their Code of Conduct.
The New York City Marathon has made history, officially setting a new world record for the most finishers in a marathon. On November 3, an astounding 55,646 runners completed the city’s iconic five-borough course, surpassing the previous record of 54,280 set by Berlin Marathon just weeks prior. This year’s marathon season has seen impressive numbers across major races, with New York’s turnout leading the way.
