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April 21, 2026
90-year-old man breaks age-group world half-marathon record
Not only is Giuseppe Damato setting back-to-back world records, but he’s also doing it with barely any time to recover. The Turin, Italy native broke the M90 marathon world record in Milan just a week ago, taking more than 90 minutes off the previous mark, set in 2023. Back on his home...
April 21, 2026
Why Apple Is Betting Big on the London Marathon, Running Events
Apple is making a bigger push into the global running conversation through a new partnership with the TCS London Marathon, bringing the Apple Watch to the heart of one of the world’s most visible participation sports as marathon culture continues to grow. London Marathon Events announced in March that Apple...
April 20, 2026
Riese & Müller will leave US market in July
Riese & Müller will pull out of the U.S. market this summer, citing "challenging and increasingly volatile market conditions." U.S. dealers can place orders for Riese & Müller e-bikes and cargo bikes until July 31. Afterward, new product orders will no longer be accepted. Available products at U.S. dealers will...
April 20, 2026
Human Half-Marathon World Record Zapped by Humanoid Robot at the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon
In a giant leap for humanoid kind, a robot named Lightning outran all its human and robot competitors at the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon, on April 19, finishing in 50:26, faster than any human — or humanoid — has before. Lightning and the other two robot podium finishers were built by the...
April 20, 2026
Brazilian fitness influencer drowns during Ironman triathlon in Texas
Brazilian Mara Flavia Souza Araujo, 38, vanished during the swim portion of Ironman Texas, held in Lake Woodlands just outside of Houston on Saturday. The woman was found in about 10 feet of water later that day and the Montgomery County Sheriffs Department on Monday named the victim. "MCSO can...
April 19, 2026
Report: Lululemon Founder Starting Venture to Support Technical Apparel Start-Ups
Chip Wilson, Lululemon Athletica’s founder, former CEO and outspoken critic of the company, announced that he is creating a new venture investing in and supporting “small athletic-focused brands” as part of his effort to “lead innovation in the technical apparel space,” according to a report from Bloomberg. Wilson’s venture will reportedly...
April 17, 2026
Nike removes controversial Boston Marathon sign after major backlash
A Boston Marathon Nike campaign, put up outside its flagship store on Newbury St. in Boston on Thursday, has the running world up in arms. The sign, which read, “Runners welcome. Walkers tolerated,” was heavily criticized for pace-shaming and not being inclusive to runners of all levels or abilities. On...
April 16, 2026
Chinese Cities Are Issuing Housing Subsidies to Marathon Runners
Several Chinese cities have begun offering property subsidies to marathon runners in a bid to stimulate local housing markets. The most recent initiative, unveiled by the Qixia district government in Nanjing, capital of the eastern Jiangsu province, offers 100,000 yuan (roughly $14,700) in housing subsidies for select properties in the...
April 16, 2026
Gatorade revamps brand to compete in booming hydration market
Gatorade is undergoing a major transformation as it faces growing competition in the rapidly expanding hydration market. The brand’s parent company, PepsiCo, announced a sweeping overhaul aimed at repositioning Gatorade from a traditional sports drink into a broader hydration brand that appeals to everyday consumers—not just athletes. While Gatorade still...
April 16, 2026
Genesis Health Clubs Acquires Wellbridge, Expanding Its Western Footprint
Genesis Health Clubs is expanding again adding nine premier fitness clubs, including Colorado Athletic Clubs and New Mexico Sports & Wellness — formerly known as Wellbridge — strengthening its presence in Colorado and entering New Mexico for the first time. With this acquisition, Genesis now operates 86 clubs across 14 states. These...
