EVENT NEWS
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November 11, 2024
New CEO Working to Build Ironman Into a Lifestyle Brand
About 10 months ago, the Ironman Group, which is owned by Advance, the privately held family-owned company behind Condé Nast and American City Business Journals, poached Equinox president DeRue to become its CEO. Since taking on the role, DeRue has immersed himself in the world of Ironman, even partaking in a...
November 5, 2024
U.S. running tourism company using disguised Russian plane for Antarctic race
Canadian Running has learned that Runbuk, the U.S.-based running tourism company that recently took over the World Marathon Challenge, is using Canadian and American-sanctioned Russian aircraft to transport participants from Cape Town to its race. Running Magazine
November 4, 2024
Running influencer enrages participants at New York City Marathon
Running influencer Matt Choi, 29, of Austin, Texas, ran the Sunday’s New York City Marathon, finishing in 2:57:15. But his participation drew some negative reactions from other runners and supporters, who took to Reddit to complain about the fact that he was accompanied by someone riding an ebike. Running Magazine
October 28, 2024
Italian man cramps up during finish-line proposal at Venice Marathon
On Sunday, Vittorio Vedovelli of Lombardy, Italy, planned the perfect proposal at the finish line of the 2024 Venice Marathon. But one detail he hadn’t accounted for: the state his body would be in after running 42.2 kilometres. As the 29-year-old finished the race, he was greeted by his girlfriend, who was...
October 20, 2024
Why Are Cyclists Banned From New York Marathon? Here’s How Participants Reacted to Removal of Pre-Race Tradition
New York has a special pre-race tradition, unlike any other track, as many cyclists take over the closed route hours ahead of the official event. Cyclists across New York flock to the course to experience riding their bikes on unobstructed New York roads. It’s a privilege; the infamous New York...
October 18, 2024
Two athletes die at World Triathlon Championships in Spain
Two athletes died while participating at the World Triathlon Championships in Spain on Thursday, the sport’s governing body has confirmed. Both competitors – one from Mexico and one from Great Britain. CNN
October 16, 2024
Rival logos go missing in photos of Nike-sponsored Melbourne Marathon festival
The Nike-sponsored Melbourne Marathon festival has apologised for posting an edited image of a winning runner with the logo of a sports apparel rival obscured. The image depicted Leanne Pompeani with her arms outstretched after she won the half-marathon but the Asics logo on her running singlet was rubbed out. Images on...
October 16, 2024
Who is Lazarus Lake Really?
Gary Cantrell, race director, is seen by some as a mad scientist who created the world’s toughest race to torture people. He wants to see people in pain, they say, and no doubt loves it when they fail. But this is not how the people who have spent time with him...
October 11, 2024
How Much Racing Is Too Much Racing?
Setting running goals is typically a good thing. Goals keep you engaged and on track. They shape your training with purpose, structure, and accountability. However, sometimes an endless list of goals can backfire. Runner's World
October 10, 2024
Chicago Marathon Allows Florida Runners to Defer to 2025
The Chicago Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, October 13, is allowing participants from Florida to defer their entry to the 2025 race due to Hurricane Milton. Runners from Florida received word from the race about their option to defer, and they have until Friday, October 18. Runner's World