NN Running Team-athlete and back-to-back Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge will return to Japan for the 17th edition of the Tokyo Marathon on Sunday 3rd March 2024, a course where he holds the record from his only previous appearance in 2022.
Trevor Painter, the driving force behind the accomplishments of British 800m record-holder Keely Hodgkinson, has witnessed a surge in athletes joining his training collective from across the globe.
Josh Kerr, celebrated for his dominance in the 1500m, is expanding his horizons beyond Olympic pursuits. While his focus remains on Paris, his recent standout performance in a half marathon has ignited conversations about his potential in longer distances.
In a highly anticipated event, the Aramco Houston Half Marathon is poised to witness the presence of two illustrious names in the world of distance running. Hellen Obiri, the reigning champion of both the TCS New York City Marathon and the Boston Marathon, and Galen Rupp, a decorated figure in American distance running, will spearhead an impressive lineup for the marathon on January 14.
The story of Noah Lyles, the US sprinter, goes beyond his astounding treble gold at the recent World Athletics Championships in Budapest. Rather than viewing these victories as the ultimate achievement, Lyles sees them as stepping stones to even greater ambitions for the upcoming 2024 games.
A remarkable era dawns upon Scottish 1500-meter running, marked by a string of noteworthy achievements. Laura Muir’s consistent podium finishes in global outdoor championships and the formidable presence of Jake Wightman, Josh Kerr, and Neil Gourley underscore Scotland's prowess. Over the past four men's global outdoor 1500m finals, Scotland has prominently featured at least two athletes—an accomplishment second only to Kenya.
Mondo Duplantis, the exceptional pole vaulter, is gearing up to defend his title at the World Indoor Championships set to take place in Glasgow from March 1st to 3rd. Reflecting on his previous triumphs in the Scottish city, where he marked a world record, Duplantis radiates excitement and confidence about his return to the Commonwealth Arena.
The Cardiff Metropolitan University Christmas Classic witnessed an exhilarating surprise as Laura Muir, the British middle-distance sensation, made an unexpected appearance on Sunday, delivering a stunning performance and securing a qualifying time for the forthcoming World Indoor Athletics Championship.
Distance runners looking to qualify for the Paris Olympics in midsummer next year get two early opportunities in the United Arab Emirates, with the Dubai Marathon opening the athletics year on January 7, followed by the Ras Al Khaimah half-marathon, now under the same management, on February 24.
In a thrilling showcase of athletic prowess, Kenya's Edinah Jebitok and Spain's Abdessamad Oukhelfen emerged victorious at the prestigious Cross Internacional de Venta de Baños, marking the ninth Gold level meeting of this season's World Athletics Cross Country Tour held this past Sunday.
