Ferdinand Omanyala, Africa's fastest man, is savoring the sweet fruits of his tireless dedication as he enjoys a well-earned off-season. Omanyala's journey through the past season was nothing short of extraordinary, marked by numerous achievements and commendable performances.
Bendigo based marathon runner Andy Buchanan has clocked 2:10.20 at the Hamburg Marathon over the weekend.
Gold Coast, Queensland - In a devastating turn of events, the Gold Coast Marathon, one of Australia's most prominent running competitions, was marred by the sudden and untimely passing of a competitor due to a "medical episode." This marathon tragedy unfolded during this year's highly anticipated event, sending shockwaves through the running community, and leaving everyone involved in a state of disbelief and sorrow. The Gold Coast Marathon, renowned for its scenic beauty along the captivating coastline of Queensland's Gold Coast, attracts athletes from around the world, providing a challenging and exhilarating experience for both professionals and amateurs alike.
Richmond, UK - The organizers of Richmond Runfest have issued a formal apology following their unexpected decision to cancel the marathon segment of the event, leaving over 1,000 dedicated runners to navigate grueling 30-degree Celsius heat on the course.
Mark your calendars for the exhilarating 2024 Boston Marathon, slated to unfold on Patriots’ Day, Monday, April 15. Athletes will charge from the starting line starting at 9:02 a.m., with the men's wheelchair division igniting the action, followed by waves of participants until 11:15 a.m. The frontrunners from the professional men's and women's divisions are anticipated to triumphantly cross the finish line around 11:45 a.m. and 12 p.m. respectively.
In an eagerly awaited announcement, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon revealed a stellar cast of elite runners set to compete in this year's edition of the prestigious race. The list boasts an array of top-tier talent, featuring notable names like Ruth Chepngetich, the two-time defending champion from Kenya with an impressive personal best of 2:14:18 (#2 all-time). Joining her are Sifan Hassan, the reigning London Marathon champion, and Emily Sisson, the American record holder who blazed a trail with her remarkable time of 2:18:29 in Chicago last year. Mark October 8 on your calendars because this thrilling marathon promises an outstanding demonstration of athletic talents.
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.
ASICS Australia have announced the inaugural ASICS World Ekiden 2020: the ultimate team challenge that will see teams of up to six people from all over the world come together to complete a combined marathon. Inspired by a century of Japanese running culture, the race will be split into six legs of varying distances, making it perfect for runners of all abilities and experience.
Brett Robinson has broken the Australian half marathon record at the Marugame Half Marathon clocking 59:57. The record has stood since 1968, when Darren Wilson clocked 1:00.02 in Tokyo, Japan. The performance pushes Michael Shelley, the two time Commonwealth Games Marathon champion out of the top-10, he now sits in 11th.
Recently, World Athletics, the regulatory body of the sport, has announced a new rule that prohibits transgender women from participating in top-tier female competitions if they have experienced male puberty. The council has also reinforced its regulations for athletes with differences in sex development (DSD) by reducing the maximum amount of plasma testosterone by half, from five to 2.5 nanomoles per litre.
