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Hastings Half Marathon cancelled as police burn chemicals

Mar 22, 2025

Hastings Half Marathon cancelled as police burn chemicals

Organisers have cancelled the event after explosive chemicals were found at a property which is on part of the route.

RunSignup launches AI-powered Beta chatbot to enhance customer support

Mar 20, 2025

RunSignup launches AI-powered Beta chatbot to enhance customer support

The chatbot, nicknamed "Ron Synup", is already making a positive impact in efficiently resolving customer enquiries.

RunSignup releases race registration market analysis and surpasses 50% market share

Mar 20, 2025

RunSignup releases race registration market analysis and surpasses 50% market share

RunSignup has reached a significant milestone, now processing more than half of all U.S. race registrations.

Ashworth Awards celebrates 60 years of excellence in the medals and awards industry

Mar 20, 2025

Ashworth Awards celebrates 60 years of excellence in the medals and awards industry

Since its inception in 1965, Ashworth Awards has been committed to crafting some of the most beautiful and innovative awards in the industry.

Taiwan marathon organizers apologize after giving out prizes in the shape of a Chinese machine gun

Mar 16, 2025

Taiwan marathon organizers apologize after giving out prizes in the shape of a Chinese machine gun

The organizers apologized for the use of the Chinese rifle and said a weapon had been selected because of this year race’s affiliation with the military

Chinese humanoids train for the world’s first robot marathon in Beijing

Mar 15, 2025

Chinese humanoids train for the world’s first robot marathon in Beijing

China is set to host what has been dubbed the world’s first robot half-marathon in Beijing on April 13.

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2025 London Marathon field set to break world record

Mar 13, 2025

2025 London Marathon field set to break world record

More than 56,000 runners are expected to complete the 26.2 miles on Sunday, 27 April.

ChronoTrack introduces Kairos advanced UHF RFID timing system at annual timers conference

Mar 12, 2025

ChronoTrack introduces Kairos advanced UHF RFID timing system at annual timers conference

Kairos represents the next step forward in UHF RFID timing technology, featuring a modular design that adapts to events of any size.

IRONMAN reports sell-out status for events across North America

Mar 11, 2025

IRONMAN reports sell-out status for events across North America

IRONMAN also cited a growing popularity of its events amongst younger athletes, with participation for 18-35 year-olds across North America at an all-time high.

RunSignup reaches $3 billion in transactions processed for events & nonprofits

Mar 7, 2025

RunSignup reaches $3 billion in transactions processed for events & nonprofits

The achievement comes less than two years after crossing the $2 billion mark, highlighting the platform’s accelerating adoption.

RunSignup unveils RaceDay Scoring Version 5

Mar 6, 2025

RunSignup unveils RaceDay Scoring Version 5

The update introduces many new features, building on RaceDay Scoring’s ability to deliver real-time chip and GPS participant tracking through the RaceJoy app.

Ahotu and Strava join forces to get athletes race-ready with interactive race maps

Mar 5, 2025

Ahotu and Strava join forces to get athletes race-ready with interactive race maps

Ahotu has partnered with Strava, the 135-million-strong digital sports community, to level up race-day preparation for athletes.