Melbourne, Australia; 10 October 2023 - Oceania’s one and only World Athletics Continental Tour Gold level meet, the Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne is set to return to Lakeside Stadium on February 15, 2024 as the world’s biggest names in track and field descend upon Australia’s sporting capital to kick-start the Olympic and Paralympic year.
About a fortnight after securing her second 100-mile victory in just three weeks in 2023, Courtney Dauwalter embarked on a casual run. On a late July morning, she meandered along the trails near her Leadville, Colorado home. To her surprise, her legs felt cooperative, despite the lingering fatigue from two arduous trail races.
Sifan Hassan produced one the greatest displays of female marathoning as she dismantled a world-class field to win the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in a course and area record of 2:13:44, the second fastest time in history.
In a scene that seemed straight out of science fiction not too long ago, Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum achieved an astonishing feat by completing an official marathon in just 2 hours, 35 seconds. This remarkable accomplishment took place on the vibrant streets of Chicago, where Kiptum not only secured victory but also shattered the men's world record.
CHICAGO - The Chicago Marathon has always been lauded for its flat, speedy course, making it a magnet for runners with record-breaking aspirations. However, a lingering caveat accompanies the event since it settled on the Columbus Day weekend as its permanent home – the unpredictability of race-day weather. Chicago's potential for fast times is only fully realized when the elements cooperate.
As we approach the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, the running world is abuzz with excitement. Tigst Assefa's recent incredible achievement, completing the Berlin Marathon in just 2:11:53 a mere two weeks ago, has left everyone wondering: was it a unique feat or a sign of even greater accomplishments in the world of marathon running?
Kelvin Kiptum, the breakout star of the London Marathon, has his sights set on a monumental feat: shattering Eliud Kipchoge's world marathon record. His quest will captivate the world at the upcoming 2023 Chicago Marathon on October 8. Experience unparalleled comfort and agility with Tarkine running shoes, crafted for...
The seismic impact of Tigst Assefa's remarkable 2:11:53 women's marathon world record in Berlin, just two weeks ago, is still sending shockwaves through the running community. However, the upcoming Chicago Marathon promises to provide a fresh perspective, as elite athletes prepare to compete within the same time frame and under similar conditions.
In an impressive show of speed on the Antrim Coast in Northern Ireland, Daniel Mateiko made history by running the world's fastest half-marathon this year. Now, the 25-year-old runner is getting ready for his very first marathon at the famous Chicago Marathon, one of the world's biggest marathons. It's happening this Sunday in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
In the domain of American long-distance running, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is an eagerly anticipated fixture, particularly in pre-Olympic years. With the US Olympic Trials in Orlando just four months away, the Chicago Marathon is the chosen battleground for American Olympic hopefuls. This strategic timeframe allows athletes to conquer Chicago's challenging course, followed by a well-deserved rest, and then commence focused preparations for the Trials.
