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Motorcyclist killed after head-on crash with athlete at IRONMAN Hamburg

Jun 5, 2023

Motorcyclist killed after head-on crash with athlete at IRONMAN Hamburg

Television footage of the crash showed the motorcycle appearing to overtake other bikes before colliding with the athlete.

Thousands of dollars worth of equipment and food stolen from Calgary Marathon finish line

Jun 2, 2023

Thousands of dollars worth of equipment and food stolen from Calgary Marathon finish line

According to police, a group cut several fiber optic cables and helped themselves to numerous items including tents, electrical generators and nutrition.

British Cycling bans transgender women from racing in female category events

May 31, 2023

British Cycling bans transgender women from racing in female category events

Transgender women, transgender men, non-binary individuals and those whose sex was assigned male at birth will be eligible to compete in the ‘Open’ category.

RaceRaves announces Best Marathons in the U.S.

May 30, 2023

RaceRaves announces Best Marathons in the U.S.

Winners were determined through a poll conducted on RaceRaves.com with thousands of runners from all 50 states and 45 countries casting their votes.

RunSignup announces RaceJoy native maps and participant pause features

May 19, 2023

RunSignup announces RaceJoy native maps and participant pause features

The new features aim to support the needs of trail, ultra and cycling events in remote areas with limited cell coverage.

Toronto Marathon slammed for poor race experience

May 12, 2023

Toronto Marathon slammed for poor race experience

The director for the race that took place last weekend said he has “never been more disgusted” about how some participants acted at the finish line.

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Women’s running race accused of sexism over prize

May 12, 2023

Women’s running race accused of sexism over prize

Organizers of the Carrera de la Mujer said they hadn’t considered the prize would have sexist implications.

Boulderthon running event launches crowdfunding campaign

May 12, 2023

Boulderthon running event launches crowdfunding campaign

The event series is giving people a chance to invest in the business through the SMBX marketplace, targeting a $124,000 investment.

Dublin Marathon introduces new category for non-binary runners

May 9, 2023

Dublin Marathon introduces new category for non-binary runners

The move follows consultation with members of the running community and hopes to allow runners to compete ‘in a category that matches their identity’.

Flying Pig organizers go ahead despite thunderstorms

May 7, 2023

Flying Pig organizers go ahead despite thunderstorms

The race committee decided against postponing the race, favoring instead a "shelter-in-place" recommendation for athletes around the course.

Lazarus Lake aims to set “new standard” in virtual races

May 5, 2023

Lazarus Lake aims to set “new standard” in virtual races

The Barkley Marathons race director and Backyard Ultra creator is basing his new 1,000-km challenge on a virtual course between New Orleans and Nashville.

Flying Pig updates age restrictions one year after 6-year-old participant controversy

May 4, 2023

Flying Pig updates age restrictions one year after 6-year-old participant controversy

The updated age policy specified runners must be at least 18 years old to participate in the full Flying Pig Marathon.