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May 7, 2024
Eliud Kipchoge’s family threatened after death of Kelvin Kiptum
Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge says he feared for the lives of his family during a campaign of online abuse that wrongly linked him to the death of fellow Kenyan marathon runner Kelvin Kiptum. Kiptum, the world record holder who looked set to challenge Kipchoge's dominance over 26.2 miles, died aged...
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May 7, 2024
Will Paris Be Ready for the Olympics?
The 2024 Olympic Games are little more than two months away. Hosted in Paris for the first time in a hundred years, it’s also a showcase for the so-called “new” Olympic model — requiring as little construction of new infrastructure as possible to reduce the bloat and expense of hosting...
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May 7, 2024
The Toronto Marathon: a series of unfortunate events
This year’s Toronto Marathon reached unprecedented levels of disorganization. There were overcrowded buses to the starting line, too few meals and fluids available to runners and plenty of other chaotic obstacles for participants to endure. Here’s how thousands survived. Running Magazine
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May 7, 2024
Equinox Rolls Out Longevity Membership Priced at $3K Per Month
Equinox and Function Health announced their partnership last month, ushering in a new era in hyper-personalized health and integrated personal training. Officially dubbed “Optimize by Equinox,” the longevity membership begins with a biomarker test from Function Health, which examines 100 biomarkers to reveal health information about major organs, metabolic and immune systems. Equinox also...
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May 7, 2024
Motiv Sports Announces New Partnership with JAMBAR
Santa Barbara, CA – May 7, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Motiv Sports, a North American leader in mass participation events, today announced a multi-event partnership with JAMBAR, a leading provider of organic artisan energy bars. This strategic alignment is poised to enhance the participant experience by providing substantial, healthful energy...
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May 7, 2024
Tennessee mountains welcomed 1,200 riders for the Gran Fondo Hincapie-Chattanooga this past weekend
Chattanooga, Tenn., (May 7, 2024)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Gran Fondo Hincapie has created spectacular cycling experiences for over 12 years and its Chattanooga, Tenn. event, now in its seventh-consecutive year, took place this past weekend. Rainy weather didn’t stop over 1,200 riders, aged seven to 84, residing from 30 states and three...
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May 7, 2024
Strong Start for Inaugural Challenge Cesenatico
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - This weekend, 1,300 athletes from 22 countries will line up at the inaugural Challenge Cesenatico on Italy’s Adriatic Coast for 113km of swim, bike, run on a course steeped in cycling history. Leading the charge will be a 40-strong pro field that includes local favourite, Alessandro Fabien...
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May 7, 2024
The Hydroshirt: A New Take on Hydration Gear for Runners Launches on Kickstarter
San Francisco, Calif. – May 7, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Today, Vessel Athletics is debuting its first iteration of functional performance wear, introducing the world of runners to a fresh take on hydration gear. The Hydroshirt is a lightweight shirt that integrates a 1L water bladder, designed to let runners...
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May 7, 2024
INFINIT Nutrition Introduces Personal Nutrition Coaching Services for Athletes
CINCINNATI, OHIO - May 7, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – INFINIT Nutrition, the trailblazer in customized nutrition solutions for athletes, proudly unveiled its new suite of Nutrition Coaching services, designed to improve athletic performance through personally tailored nutrition plans designed by a certified sports dietitian. With a focus on eliminating guesswork...
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May 7, 2024
H2O Audio Partners with Ironman Champion Angela Naeth
SAN DIEGO, May 7, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – H2O Audio, the innovator in waterproof audio technology, proudly announces a partnership with world-class professional triathlete Angela Naeth. As a three-time Ironman champion and with 19 half-Ironman victories, she is one of the most successful triathletes of her generation. Angela is also known...
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May 7, 2024
The Boston Triathlon Signs Partnership with Synergy in 2024
BOSTON, MA – May 7, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – ethos, the mass participation event organization that oversees the Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon and Kids Day at the Boston Tri today announced a partnership with Synergy, one of the world’s top wetsuit brands. For the first time, Boston Triathlon participants...
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May 7, 2024
The White Line Announces ‘Ride for Magnus” Memorial Bike Ride and Lives Worth Remembering Film Series
BOULDER, CO/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The White Line announces the “Ride for Magnus: Ride for Your Life” memorial bike ride on August 11, 2024, in honor of Magnus White, the rising U.S. cycling star who was struck and killed by a driver on July 29, 2023, while training just outside of his...
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May 7, 2024
Broken Arrow Skyrace Partners with Sister Race DDM Trail and Run the Alps
Olympic Valley, CA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The message at the Broken Arrow Skyrace is "whether you finish first or last, YOU are a rockstar." This ethos is core to the identity of the three-day, nine-distance event held at Palisades Tahoe each June, and is paramount to the type trail running...
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May 7, 2024
New Bikepacking Essentials Kits from Exploring Wild Give Riders Everything They Need for Problem Solving on the Trail
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 7, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Veteran bikepacker and founder of Exploring Wild, Alissa Bell today announced first-of-its-kind bikepacking essentials kits. Available at exploringwild.com, The Fix it Kit and Tubeless Tire Repair Kit are curated kits with emergency essentials needed while bikepacking in remote locations. Bell has logged...
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May 6, 2024
Runner Disqualified As Winner From OC Marathon Due To Cheating
An Orange County man was disqualified Sunday as winner of the OC marathon, event officials said in a statement Monday. The Fountain Valley runner was disqualified for receiving unauthorized assistance from someone on a bike. According to City News Service, the runner received fluids from a spectator in violation of...
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May 6, 2024
Serrières and Riou Conquer the Elements at XTERRA Nouvelle Aquitaine
BEAUMONT-DU-LAC, FRANCE /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – On May 4th, 2024, the fifth edition of XTERRA Nouvelle Aquitaine delivered an unforgettable race day, described by many as both wild and crazy. Arthur Serrières (FRA), current XTERRA World Cup Champion, triumphed for the fourth time at his local race, while Morgane Riou (FRA)...
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May 6, 2024
Paris 2024 Olympic Qualification on the Line for U.S. Elite Triathletes in Yokohama
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo./ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – U.S. elite triathletes will compete for U.S. Olympic Triathlon Team selections on Saturday, May 11 at the 2024 World Triathlon Championship Series Yokohama. The women’s and men’s races are the final opportunity for U.S. elite triathletes to auto-qualify for the Olympic Games Paris 2024. In addition...
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May 6, 2024
Registration for the 2025 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Officially Opens May 13, 2024
AUSTIN, Texas, May 6, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Registration for the 2025 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k ® officially opens Tuesday, May 13th. To mark the opening, there will be a week-long celebration that includes giveaways, promotions, group runs, and social gatherings. In addition, for each registration...
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May 5, 2024
Orbea reports 6.4% decline in turnover but remains optimistic
Orbea confirmed the successful execution of a business strategy that has doubled its workforce over the past three years, despite seeing turnover decline by 6.4% in the last year. The past 12 months has also seen the Spanish brand surpass 1,000 employees, with 80% of them based in the Basque Country....
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May 5, 2024
Sam Long (USA) Repeats While Paula Findlay (CAN) Tops the Field at the 2024 Intermountain Health IRONMAN 70.3 North American Championship St. George Triathlon
ST. GEORGE, Utah /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Stunning St. George and Southwestern Utah played host to the 2024 Intermountain Health IRONMAN® 70.3® North American Championship St. George triathlon today, doubling as the third race of the IRONMAN Pro Series™. The race saw Sam Long (USA) repeat as a winner in St...
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May 3, 2024
‘A Swoosh Affair’: Nike Accused of Undue Influence on Picking Olympics’ Toughest Marathon Team
The Kenyan Olympic marathon team is maybe the hardest to crack in sports, with dozens of the world’s best long-distance runners clawing for only three spots every four years. And every four years, it seems, there’s a furor about Nike jamming an unqualified athlete onto the team. Nike sponsors Athletics...
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May 3, 2024
Mongoose Launches National Partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods
Madison, Wis. (May 2, 2024)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Mongoose, the pioneering off-road bike brand founded in 1974, today announces a new partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) to offer Mongoose bikes in over 650 storefronts nationwide as well as online at dicks.com. Available now, the assortment includes a complete range of mountain,...
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May 3, 2024
Tomas Rodriguez Runs Away with April PTO Athlete of The Month
London, UK/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Tomas Rodriguez’s incredible performance at Ironman Texas has also landed him the top step for April’s PTO Athlete of the Month, in a month full of stand-out performances. The spring-heeled Mexican obliterated the run course record in The Woodlands, with his split of 2:34:14 was the fastest...
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May 3, 2024
Vittoria Unleashes Mostro: The Ultimate Tire for Gravity Mountain Bikers
BENTONVILLE (AR), 05/03/2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Vittoria announces the arrival of Mostro, the newest addition to its renowned lineup of trail dominators. Born from a year of relentless product development and rigorous testing alongside the Commençal ICStudio downhill pro team and the Abetone Ancillotti Vittoria enduro pro team, Mostro emerges...
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May 3, 2024
The Adventure Continues! Secure Your Spot for the Epic TCC 2025!
Costa Rica, May 2, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Coastal Challenge (TCC) Costa Rica, the premier endurance race that has captivated adventurers from around the globe, is excited to announce that registrations for its monumental 21st edition, set to take place in 2025, are officially open. This announcement comes on...