RunGP Eyes Takeover of World Athletics’ Commercial Operations in Bold Revamp Plan
The Global Running League (GRL), the organization behind the new RunGP running series, is planning to acquire the commercial operations of World Athletics to modernize the sport, adopting a model similar to Formula One. Led by Marcel Muenster, GRL...
11 World Indoor Tour champions earn wild cards for Nanjing.
Eleven athletes have secured wild card places for the World Athletics Indoor Championships Nanjing 25 as winners of the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Tour, following the final Gold level meeting of the series in Madrid on Friday (28).
Each of...
Ethiopia’s Takele and Kebede triumph at Tokyo Marathon
Ethiopia’s Tadese Takele claimed his first Tokyo Marathon title with a personal-best 2:03:23, pulling away at the 38 km mark to finish ahead of compatriot Deresa Geleta and Kenya’s Vincent Kipkemoi. In the women's race, defending champion Sutume Kebede...
Athletics champions nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards
Several athletics stars have been nominated for the 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards, including Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Sifan Hassan, Faith Kipyegon, and Mondo Duplantis for the prestigious World Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year titles. McLaughlin-Levrone shone in Paris, defending...
Duplantis sets new pole vault world record at 6.27m.
CLERMONT-FERRAND, France (AP) — Mondo Duplantis lifted his pole vault world record to 6.27 meters in a World Athletics Indoor Tour meeting on Friday.
The Olympic and world champion added a centimeter to his world record he last improved in...
Four years after doping ban, Houlihan qualifies for World Indoors.
Shelby Houlihan secured a spot at the World Indoor Championships after finishing second in the 3000m at the U.S. trials, marking her return from a four-year doping ban. Once a top U.S. medal hopeful, she missed the last two...
An incomplete history of Australian indoor athletics | A column by Len Johnson
A column by Len Johnson
One moment it’s Cameron Myers running a 3:47.48 mile at New York’s indoor meeting of legend, the Millrose Games, his time equaling the outright and outdoor national record held by Olli Hoare.
Next, it’s Jack Rayner...
The Science Behind Wrist Compression Sleeves: How They Work
Wrist compression sleeves have gained popularity for their ability to protect and assist our bodies during activities. These effective accessories offer various advantages, such as increased stability, enhanced performance, and better muscle recovery. What's the science behind how they...
Sydney Marathon Champion Kipkorir Suspended for Doping
Brimin Misoi Kipkorir, 2024 Sydney Marathon record-setter (2:06:18), faces provisional suspension after testing positive for EPO and Furosemide in a November 22, 2024, out-of-competition screening. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) confirmed the ban.
Kenya’s marathon elite faces mounting scrutiny, with...
Road Racing Star Jebet Unfulfilled Despite 10km World Record
NAIROBI, Kenya, February 12, 2025 – Kenya’s Agnes Jebet says she is not satisfied with holding the world record for the women’s 10km.
The 2023 World Cross Country bronze medalist says she wants to achieve more success at the elite...
