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.
Jamaican sprint icon Yohan Blake, recognized as the world’s second-fastest man in both the 100 meters (9.69 seconds) and 200 meters (19.26 seconds), has openly shared the ongoing challenges that have impacted his recent performances.
Gout Gout, Australia’s newest sprint prodigy, is capturing global attention after a blistering 20.29-second finish in the 200m at the Queensland All Schools Track and Field Championships.
The 16-year-old’s time is not only the fastest by an Australian since 1993 but also places him fourth on the all-time global under-18...
Sydney has officially become the seventh city to join the Abbott World Marathon Majors series—an elite group of global marathons that includes iconic races in London, Boston, Chicago, New York City, Berlin, and Tokyo.
This prestigious accomplishment makes the Sydney Marathon the first city in over a decade to gain Major status, marking an exciting milestone for Australia’s running community. The Sydney Marathon 2025 will officially debut as an Abbott World Marathon Major on August 31.
Hosted in Italy, the Florence (Firenze) Marathon is a prestigious racing event that draws the attention of athletes from across Europe every year. This marathon has become part of the country’s tradition since 1984, giving marathoners like El Otmani Said, Kipleting Edwin, Chemweno Hillary Biwott, and others the chance...
Abdi Nageeye and Sheila Chepkirui outpace competition to claim their first NYC Marathon titles
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Abdi Nageeye from the Netherlands and Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui each claimed their first New York City Marathon titles on Sunday with impressive late-race moves, pulling ahead of the competition in the final stretch.
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Nageeye’s...
Jodie Williams has officially retired, reflecting on a career that transformed her from a shy young girl into a confident and accomplished athlete.
Known for her speed in the 200m, Williams became the sixth-fastest British woman at that distance, clocking 22.46 seconds to win silver at the European Championships in 2014.
The running world is experiencing a fascinating shift as AI and data analytics reshape how we track and improve performance. Whether you're training for your first 5K or chasing that marathon PR, these smart technologies are changing the game in ways that would have seemed like science fiction just...
Boulder, CO — Boulder’s David Roche continues to rise as a force in ultramarathon running, claiming first place at Arizona’s Javelina Jundred just two months after his record-breaking Leadville 100 victory. Roche took on the grueling 100-mile desert course at McDowell Mountain Regional Park, pushing through scorching highs of 99°F to finish in 12 hours, 45 minutes, and 4 seconds. His Javelina win places him firmly among the world’s ultra running elite.
The New York City Marathon returns this November, embodying the city’s energy and spirit over an iconic 26.2-mile journey. Celebrating its 53rd year, this renowned race promises incredible views, unflagging crowd support, and challenging terrain. Here’s an all-inclusive guide to the event, from bib collection and start times to race-day navigation and transportation.
