Endurance Events Industry News

Sep 4, 2025

RunSignup opens applications for 2026 Community Grant Program

The program returns after a COVID-triggered hiatus to give back to the endurance community by supporting endurance-related nonprofit organizations.

Sep 2, 2025

Sue Forge appointed as race director of Comrades Marathon

The CMA Board resolved to separate the roles of General Manager and Race Director, recognising the increasing complexity of the world’s oldest ultramarathon.

Sep 1, 2025

Y11 Sport & Media to launch revamped Color Run series

Having taken on the international master licence of The Color Run in August, Y11 Sport & Media is relaunching ‘The Happiest 5K on the Planet’.

Sep 1, 2025

BMW Berlin-Marathon to allow open-ear headphones for first time

The decision marks a change to a decades-long restriction on runners listening to music during the marathon.

Aug 28, 2025

Scimitar and njuko integrate to support event organisers

The partnership combines njuko’s registration technology with Scimitar’s specialism in event apparel and merchandise.

Aug 28, 2025

Atlanta Track Club unveils bold new strategic plan

The plan outlines key growth priorities, including the Club’s commitment to establish the Atlanta Marathon as a nationally recognized destination event.

Aug 25, 2025

RUNRIO and insurer Singlife launch Philippine Marathon Majors

Five races will be supported by Singlife, with SM Supermalls serving as presentor and supported by the Department of Tourism (DOT).

Aug 19, 2025

Miami Marathon sells out in record time for fifth straight year

A waitlist is now open through September 14. Spots will be reallocated only if a currently registered runner drops out or defers prior to the race.

Aug 14, 2025

Sportstats powers the T100 Triathlon Series with RACE RESULT technology

RACE RESULT’s technologies, including Ubidium, Loop Boxes, and Track Boxes, have supported precise and dependable timing throughout the series.

Aug 14, 2025

IRONMAN reports 90,000 registered runners at City2Surf

Runners from across Australia and around the world hit the streets of Sydney on Sunday, August 10th at the 55th anniversary of ‘the world’s largest fun run’.