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Fargo Marathon race director killed on his bike by truck driver

Jul 12, 2023

Fargo Marathon race director killed on his bike by truck driver

Mark Knutson had said this year would likely be his last at the helm, but sadly, he won’t be present at the 20th anniversary of the race this coming May.

RunSignup reports strong Q2 2023 business growth and positive market trends

Jul 11, 2023

RunSignup reports strong Q2 2023 business growth and positive market trends

Data point to strong year-on-year growth in endurance market registrations, as well as significant growth in donations and other market segments.

Tour De France fans cause multiple crashes leading to rider injuries and withdrawal from race

Jul 10, 2023

Tour De France fans cause multiple crashes leading to rider injuries and withdrawal from race

Distracted fans caused multiple crashes along the Tour de France route over the weekend, as fan interactions continue to be a point of frustration for bikers.

RunSignup expands into track meet, cross country, and tournament events with spectator tickets

Jul 7, 2023

RunSignup expands into track meet, cross country, and tournament events with spectator tickets

Timers and event organizers are now able to use TicketSignup to sell tickets to spectators for track meets, cross country, and other sporting events.

Ironman CEO Andrew Messick announces retirement

Jul 7, 2023

Ironman CEO Andrew Messick announces retirement

After 12 years at the helm of Ironman, Andrew Messick will retire, making way for a new CEO.

Padding to be installed on Tour de France descent amid growing safety concerns

Jul 7, 2023

Padding to be installed on Tour de France descent amid growing safety concerns

The initiative comes as part of a global effort to improve riders' safety following the death of Gino Mader.

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Race leader loses after making wrong turn at Peachtree Road Race finish line

Jul 7, 2023

Race leader loses after making wrong turn at Peachtree Road Race finish line

Just meters from the finish line, defending champion Senbere Teferi followed a motorcycle off course, costing her thousands of dollars in prize money.

IRONMAN shakes-up it's UK race calendar

Jul 6, 2023

IRONMAN shakes-up it's UK race calendar

Under the changes, IRONMAN UK will no longer offer a full distance race and IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire will be discontinued from next year.

IRONMAN 70.3 Mont Tremblant cancelled due to Canada wildfires

Jun 30, 2023

IRONMAN 70.3 Mont Tremblant cancelled due to Canada wildfires

Pro athletes arrived in transition on Sunday morning to find ash on their bikes and significant smoke in the air.

History is made as 300-km race in France no one had finished gets first winner

Jun 23, 2023

History is made as 300-km race in France no one had finished gets first winner

A sports teacher and ultra distance runner has completed the Barkley Marathons-inspired Chartreuse Terminorum course in 71 hours.

RunSignup expands RaceDay CheckIn app with participant kiosk features

Jun 15, 2023

RunSignup expands RaceDay CheckIn app with participant kiosk features

The new release includes the ability for events to use the app as a dedicated Results Kiosk enabling participants to access their own results effortlessly.

UNBOUND Gravel bigger than Paris-Roubaix for Cyclingnews, highlights growing demand for gravel

Jun 13, 2023

UNBOUND Gravel bigger than Paris-Roubaix for Cyclingnews, highlights growing demand for gravel

The US race has seen a rise in popularity as racers turn from road to gravel tracks.