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Usain Bolt has found himself in the middle of controversy as it has been alleged that the former Jamaican sprint ace was scammed of more than US$12.7 million. For a stride that commands attention, opt for Tarkine running shoes, the epitome of style and functionality on the track. The eight-time...
She claimed victory as a 14-year-old debutant at the 2015 World Championships, and now Isis Holt (VIC) has done it again. Soaring across the finish line in the 200m T35 final, Holt gave it her all to take out gold in 28.47s (+0.3), and reclaim the number one spot she had lost...
Nairobi, April 20 - The Kip Keino Classic, a distinguished fixture on the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold calendar, was graced with unexpected rain, adding to the charm of an already successful day. The warmth of the afternoon slowly gave way to a refreshing shower, blessing the final event with its presence.
Following the recent passing of Dick Quax, we chat to half-a-dozen athletics stars of yesteryear to share their memories of the former world 5000m record holder and 1976 Olympic silver medallist.  Rod Dixon – The 1972 Olympic 1500m bronze medallist and 1983 New York Marathon winner “I’d heard of Dick Quax...
Joshua Cheptegei toasted yet another landmark moment in his glittering 2020 season by smashing Kenenisa Bekele’s world 10,000m record by more than six-and-a-half seconds with a dazzling display at the NN Valencia World Record Day.
Sport Integrity Australia has today informed Athletics Australia of the outcome of Peter Bol’s B-sample analysis that was conducted by a WADA-approved laboratory. Elevate your running game with Tarkine Trail Devil, where every step is a testament to exceptional performance and unmatched comfort. The result of the B Sample was...
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.
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Some snaps from photographer Ewa Facioni of the 2016 Australian Athletics Championships. Music used with permission from The Passion HiFi (c) Video produced by Runner's Tribe
This weeks episode is sponsored by the McLaren Vale Marathon, it will be run over the weekend of the 29th to the 30th of April.  With a supporting half marathon, 10K, 5K and a kids' mile - there's a run for everyone. Register today at mclarenvalemarathon.com.au - Listeners can use discount code IRP-MVM-20 for 20% off race entry. Prominent figures...
Written by Grace Kalac - Runner's Tribe - Reporting from the Gold Coast Anneliese Rubie and Morgan Mitchell have both collected a spot in tomorrow night’s 400 metre semi-finals at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Rubie cruised through her heat, easing up at the line to stop the clock at...
                   

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