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July 9, 2020
With pandemic keeping them apart, runners embrace virtual races
Some coaches and race organizers have innovated after being forced to scrap plans for prestigious track meets, massive marathons and the Tokyo Olympics. They’re making the best of a time without in-person competition by hosting virtual races and pitting runners in different states — or even continents — against each...
July 9, 2020
The interesting COVID-19 workaround of the Sierre-Zinal race
Instead of cancelling, organizers will allow runners a 33-day period to run the race individually in person so social distancing can be maintained. The famous Sierre-Zinal, which is part of the Salomon Golden Trail World Series, takes runners through the Swiss Alps, and the course features more than 2,000m of elevation gain. Read more...
July 9, 2020
The Pasadena Half Marathon and 5K Undergoes A Name Change, Becoming The Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K In 2021
July 9, 2020, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – The annual, sell-out Pasadena Half Marathon & 5K has become the Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K. The McCourt Foundation, owners and operator of the event scheduled for January 17th, 2021, announced the name change in line with an overarching rebranding campaign of its...
July 9, 2020
Austin Marathon and 3M Half Marathon Introduce Run Austin Virtual Series
AUSTIN, Texas, July 9, 2020 - The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon presented by Under Armour and 3M Half Marathon presented by Under Armour joined forces to create the Run Austin Virtual Series. Everyone is invited to participate in the 6-month-long virtual series. The Run Austin Virtual Series begins this month...
July 8, 2020
South Korean triathlete kills herself ‘after abuse.’
A young South Korean triathlete has taken her own life after lodging a number of complaints over alleged abuse from her coaching staff. Read more on BBC.
July 8, 2020
500 Festival Launches Virtual Race Series
INDIANAPOLIS (July 8, 2020) – The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500®, today announces the launch of their Virtual Race Series. The series consists of five new virtual races that will be completed from July through...
July 8, 2020
P3R Announces Diversity Initiatives
PITTSBURGH (July 8, 2020) – P3R is driving change aimed at creating a more diverse and inclusive running community in Pittsburgh, including a renewed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (DEI), as well as training for team members, and partnerships with key community organizations. “Running is a great equalizer and unifying...
July 8, 2020
2020 Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon to be Staged as Community Fundraising Movement
July 7 - Glastonbury – The Hartford Marathon Foundation (HMF) will create a large-scale community movement this October to raise funds for local charities and bring thousands together virtually for a shared purpose. The 2020 Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon will take place from October 8 through 11 as...
July 8, 2020
2020 DK Event Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
EMPORIA, Kan., July 8, 2020—Life Time, the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand which owns and produces the Garmin DK, the world’s premier gravel event, today announced the 2020 DK, which had been rescheduled for September 12, 2020, has been cancelled due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. The decision comes after thorough...
July 7, 2020
Race Across America Wraps Up Its First Virtual Edition
Boulder, CO (July 7, 2020) – For the first time in 39 years Race Across America (RAAM) was not held. The same was true for the 12th edition of Race Across the West (RAW). The cancellation of RAAM & RAW this year prompted the concept of virtual versions of the race....
July 7, 2020
Introducing XTERRA Virtual Racing and Rally Around XTERRA Planet Challenge
Honolulu, HI (July 7, 2020) - XTERRA today announced the 2020 XTERRA Virtual Race Series, a universal collection of dynamic challenges to unite and inspire the global race community. XTERRA VR kicks off July 15 with the Rally Around XTERRA Planet Challenge: a 30-day quest calling for the worldwide XTERRA...
July 7, 2020
Elite Official Partner of 15 Virtual Tour de France Teams for Virtual Tour de France on Zwift
FONTANIVA, ITALY — Elite announces their official partnership with 15 Virtual Tour de France Teams for the Virtual Tour de France on Zwift. The month of July usually means one thing for the cycling world: Tour de France. However, fans will have to wait until the end of August to witness...
July 7, 2020
National and local celebrities participate in DMSE’S Sports’ Virtual Run Across America
Boston (July 7, 2020)— DMSE Sports today announced the formation of two celebrity teams who are participating in the Medford2Medford Run Across America. Two teams of national and local celebrities have been virtually following in Dave McGillivray’s footsteps along the course he ran during his 1978 cross-America run from Medford,...
July 6, 2020
Tour de France safety protocols might not be as dramatic as many expect
Fans heading to the Tour de France this year might not see things as dramatically different as many expect for a race being held in the midst of a world pandemic. Tour boss Christian Prudhomme says ASO will use similar safety measures introduced after terror attacks in 2015. Read more...
July 6, 2020
How We Can Build an Anti-Racist Outdoor Industry
How We Can Build an Anti-Racist Outdoor Industry. The work must continue long after the protests end. Here’s how to start. Read more on Outside.
July 6, 2020
Ironman Says It Will Adjust Pro Worlds Slots And Prize Money
IRONMAN will make changes to both prize purses and slots depending on the field size at a given race, with pro purses and world spots reflecting how many pros are able to compete in a race—when there are races again. Read more on triathlete.
July 3, 2020
Faced With Fundraising a Second Time, Boston Charity Runners Cry Foul
Many nonprofits are telling their runners that if they want to race in 2021, they’ll have to do additional fundraising. Read more on Runner's World.
July 3, 2020
Challenge Davos takes place as planned on August 29th
Davos - We are really happy that our patience paid off. At the end of June the Swiss Federal Council allowed events for up to 1,000 people paving the way for the fourth edition of CHALLENGE DAVOS at the end of August. However the event is limited to 700 competitors due to...
July 2, 2020
Road Race Management Publishes List of All-Time Longest Serving Race Directors
At a time when the sport faces many challenges, Road Race Management has published on its website a list of race directors who have devoted decades to the sport. Topping the list is Laddie Lawrence, who has directed the Westport Summer Series (CT) for 56 years. CLICK HERE for the...
July 2, 2020
Outspoken: Women in Triathlon Summit announces 2020 Women in Triathlon Awards
Denver, Colorado, USA — July 2, 2020. The producers of the Outspoken: Women in Triathlon Summit are pleased to announce the second annual Women in Triathlon Awards presented by Coeur Sports to be held virtually on November 15th, 2020. Though Covid-19 has shifted our triathlon landscape, women continue to excel...
July 1, 2020
USA Cycling Cancels Road, Mountain, and Track National Championships for 2020
USA Cycling announced that it has been forced to cancel many of the national championships for the 2020 season, because of the pandemic. The canceled races are: the Pro Road National Championships, Amateur Road National Championships, Masters Road National Championships, Grand Fondo National Championships, Mountain Bike National Championships, Elite and...
July 1, 2020
Sea Otter Classic cancels 2020 edition, plans virtual experience
The Sea Otter Classic has canceled its October 1-4 event and is instead planning a virtual experience that includes product launches and cycling challenges. Read about it on VeloNews.
July 1, 2020
Giro d’Italia to enforce spectator social distancing with sound emitting wristbands
The Giro d'Italia plans to oblige stage finish spectators to wear wristbands that emit a sound when social distancing is breached as part of a series of measures and protocols to secure the go-ahead for the three-week Grand Tour from the Italian government. Read about it on Cycling News.
July 1, 2020
University of Denver Becomes First NCAA Division I Program in Colorado to Add Women’s Triathlon as Varsity Sport
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— USA Triathlon, along with Karlton Creech, University of Denver Vice Chancellor for Athletics, Recreation and Ritchie Center Operations, today announced that the University of Denver will add women’s triathlon to its varsity sport offerings. The school is the 37th in the nation, the second in Colorado and...
July 1, 2020
First Descents Launches Nationwide Virtual ‘Out Living It Relay’ Race
Denver (July 1, 2020)– First Descents, the non-profit that offers life-changing outdoor experiences to young adults living with cancer and MS, is hosting a virtual race this month to get more people Out Living It during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Out Living It Relay is a small group race that...
