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Marine Corps partners with Spartan Race for 2022 West Virginia Spartan Trifecta Weekend

Sep 2, 2022

Marine Corps partners with Spartan Race for 2022 West Virginia Spartan Trifecta Weekend

Marine Corps Recruiting Command has partnered with Spartan Race and its community of athletes due to the shared values of both organizations.

Man films himself spiking marathon Gatorade stand with alcohol

Sep 2, 2022

Man films himself spiking marathon Gatorade stand with alcohol

Police still haven't located the suspect, who filmed himself dousing cups with rum at a hydration post at the Mexico City Marathon.

Abbott World Marathon Majors and Mass Participation World partner to inspire a return to running

Aug 26, 2022

Abbott World Marathon Majors and Mass Participation World partner to inspire a return to running

The #togetherwemove campaign aims to to encourage the world back to mass participation events after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Over 60,000 participants at return of City2Surf

Aug 18, 2022

Over 60,000 participants at return of City2Surf

‘The world’s largest fun run’ welcomed participants from over 33 countries, including United States, Great Britain, Singapore, New Zealand, and France.

Big Sur Marathon Foundation names new Executive/Race Director

Aug 16, 2022

Big Sur Marathon Foundation names new Executive/Race Director

Josh Priester brings decades of coaching and nonprofit experience to the organization.

‘Ultramarathon man’ Dean Karnazes attacked by coyote during 150-mile race

Aug 16, 2022

‘Ultramarathon man’ Dean Karnazes attacked by coyote during 150-mile race

"I guess I had better keep going or it might come back for me," Karnazes shared mid-race.

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US Trail Running Conference webinar shares tips to help new race directors maximize resources

Aug 15, 2022

US Trail Running Conference webinar shares tips to help new race directors maximize resources

Expert panelists who recently embarked on careers directing races presented practical suggestions to help both new and veteran race directors.

B.A.A. & Boston Children’s Hospital establish inaugural community race series in Boston

Aug 12, 2022

B.A.A. & Boston Children’s Hospital establish inaugural community race series in Boston

The new Community Race Series will feature run/walk events for athletes of all ages and abilities at distances from one mile to 5K.

Mum allowed to defer London Marathon entry in policy change

Aug 5, 2022

Mum allowed to defer London Marathon entry in policy change

A mother who has successfully campaigned for the London Marathon to change its rules for postpartum entrants has said she is delighted.

RunSignup release midyear RaceTrends update

Aug 5, 2022

RunSignup release midyear RaceTrends update

The report shows a slow regrowth in event participation to 2019 numbers, and rising entry fees across all event types and distances.

Sydney Marathon announced as Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race

Aug 3, 2022

Sydney Marathon announced as Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race

The nomination makes Sydney Marathon the first race in Oceania to receive candidate status for the Abbott World Marathon Majors.

LimeLight commits to carbon-neutral sports events by 2023

Aug 3, 2022

LimeLight commits to carbon-neutral sports events by 2023

The new partnership will neutralise the LSG carbon footprint at LimeLight events, such as the ASICS London 10K, London Triathlon and Oxford Half.