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Ultramarathoner denied 100-mile record on short course

Nov 18, 2022

Ultramarathoner denied 100-mile record on short course

The female ultramarathon runner's record has not been ratified because the 100-mile course it was set on was shorter by 716 feet.

RunSignup launches 11-stop winter roadshow to meet more customers

Nov 15, 2022

RunSignup launches 11-stop winter roadshow to meet more customers

The free-to-join 2023 Winter Roadshow will provide education and networking for race directors and timers throughout the country.

Ultrarunning magazine sponsorship applications close December 1st

Nov 10, 2022

Ultrarunning magazine sponsorship applications close December 1st

The magazine is looking to sponsor 2023 ultra races of all sizes and geographic locations in North America.

You can eat bananas again at Hong Kong trail races – ‘but don’t get caught talking while eating’

Nov 9, 2022

You can eat bananas again at Hong Kong trail races – ‘but don’t get caught talking while eating’

Runners are not allowed to consume the bananas at checkpoints, and staff members must remind them to observe the rules.

Victoria Brumfield named USA Triathlon CEO

Nov 8, 2022

Victoria Brumfield named USA Triathlon CEO

Brumfield, who has served as USA Triathlon’s interim CEO since early September, becomes the organization’s first female CEO in its 40-plus-year history.

RunSignup releases October industry update

Nov 8, 2022

RunSignup releases October industry update

Although most events have not fully returned to the pre-pandemic participation levels, the average year-to-date trend has improved by five percent.

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Brighton Marathon organisers planning to enter administration

Nov 8, 2022

Brighton Marathon organisers planning to enter administration

Grounded Events, which runs the annual fundraising race, made the application on November 1.

Sinister Sports to host Western Canada’s first 200-mile race

Nov 2, 2022

Sinister Sports to host Western Canada’s first 200-mile race

“It is obvious that there is a demand for 200-milers, based on how so many fill up quickly", said Sinister Sports race director Brian Gallant.

Marine Corps Marathon returns to DC after 2 year hiatus

Oct 30, 2022

Marine Corps Marathon returns to DC after 2 year hiatus

The annual event, nearly five decades old, is a Washington fitness and social fixture.

RunSignup launches new race announcer feature

Oct 21, 2022

RunSignup launches new race announcer feature

RunSignup’s RaceDay Scoring software now offers an announcer screen that streams race participant information as they cross timing points on the course.

Great Scottish Run records invalidated after 10k route was 150m short

Oct 19, 2022

Great Scottish Run records invalidated after 10k route was 150m short

Human error led to the 10km road course being 150m short, invalidating PBs and times set by runners at the event.

TCS New York City Marathon expands inclusivity initiatives

Oct 18, 2022

TCS New York City Marathon expands inclusivity initiatives

NYRR has announced expanded diversity and inclusion efforts that will be highlighted at this November’s TCS New York City Marathon.