Jim Walmsley, the accomplished ultrarunner who recently made history with his victory at the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB), continues to astound the world of endurance sports. In another extraordinary feat, he secured the top position at the 115K Roubion-Nice race hosted at Nice Côte d’Azur by UTMB, crossing the challenging course in an impressive 11 hours, 21 minutes, and 5 seconds. This win not only adds another accolade to his already illustrious career but also guarantees his entry into next year's highly anticipated Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run.
In an alarming development, an experienced trail runner has vanished during an adventurous 28-mile journey through Rocky Mountain National Park. Chad Pallansch, a 49-year-old resident of Fort Collins, Colorado, embarked on this challenging expedition, which encompassed the formidable Continental Divide and rugged terrain.
Botswana could be in hot water with World Athletics after suspended athlete Nijel Amos appeared in a group photo during the launch of the Orapa Marathon earlier this week. This unexpected appearance has raised significant concerns about Amos's continued involvement in the sport, potentially putting Botswana at odds with World Athletics regulations.
In an unexpected development, Marcell Jacobs, the Olympic 100m champion hailing from Italy, has unveiled his collaboration with American sprint coach Rana Reider. This announcement follows Reider's recent conclusion of an extensive 18-month investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct.
Riga, Latvia; 1 October 2023 - The inaugural World Athletics Road Running Championships have been run and won, as a trio of Australia’s track stars including Jessica Hull, Morgan McDonald and Jack Anstey showcased their versatility tonight with top-10 finishes on the roads of Riga, Latvia.
The world of half marathon racing witnessed an emphatic display of Kenyan excellence at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Riga on Sunday. Kenya left an indelible mark by securing the top three spots in the men's race, a feat reminiscent of their stellar performance in the women's category.
In Sunday's thrilling race, Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir, a seasoned favorite, once again displayed her remarkable talent by securing her third World Half Marathon title. Her previous triumphs in 2016 and 2020 had already cemented her reputation as a dominant force in the sport. Just three weeks ago, she delivered a stellar performance at the Great North Run, winning decisively with a lead of over a minute and a finishing time of 66:45.
In an unexpected twist at the women's mile race, Faith Kipyegon, who had dominated the track in 2023, faced an astonishing upset at the hands of Ethiopia's emerging star, Diribe Welteji. The women's mile field was no pushover, featuring four of the top seven finishers from the Worlds 1500, including gold and silver medalists Faith Kipyegon and Diribe Welteji.
A full decade after triumphing in the world U20 cross-country competition, Ethiopia's Hagos Gebrhiwet has realized his long-cherished ambition of clinching his inaugural senior global title, emerging victorious in the men's 5km event at the World Athletics Road Running Championships held in Riga 23.
The World Athletics Road Running Championships in Riga, 2023, witnessed an exhilarating showdown in the men's mile, culminating in an unexpected triumph by 20-year-old Hobbs Kessler from the United States. Kessler not only claimed the top spot but also etched his name in history with a remarkable time of 3 minutes and 56.13 seconds.
