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Black-led running group sues Boston Marathon for alleged racial discrimination

Apr 15, 2024

Black-led running group sues Boston Marathon for alleged racial discrimination

The lawsuit by running group TrailblazHers claims non-White spectators at Mile 21 were harassed by police and told to stay back.

Momentum grows for trail running inclusion at 2032 Olympic Games

Apr 11, 2024

Momentum grows for trail running inclusion at 2032 Olympic Games

There has already been a 10-year-plan initiated by the Trail Running Association of Australia (TRAA) to have trail running included at the 2032 Games in Brisbane.

London and Manchester Marathons to be held on the same day next year

Apr 11, 2024

London and Manchester Marathons to be held on the same day next year

A predicament is on the cards for UK marathoners as the two biggest marathons in the country will take place on the same day in 2025.

Las Vegas Marathon stepping out for inaugural event

Apr 10, 2024

Las Vegas Marathon stepping out for inaugural event

The Vegas event is positioning itself as an alternative for athletes who weren’t able to secure a place for the NYC Marathon.

ChronoTrack announces continued partnership with New York Road Runners for 2024 TCS New York City Marathon

Apr 8, 2024

ChronoTrack announces continued partnership with New York Road Runners for 2024 TCS New York City Marathon

The partnership renewal underscores both organizations’ commitment to excellence and innovation in the world of long-distance running.

London Landmarks Half Marathon breaks £50m mark for charity

Apr 8, 2024

London Landmarks Half Marathon breaks £50m mark for charity

Runners taking part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon have raised more than £50m for good causes since the event began, organisers said.

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USA Today unveils list of 10 best US marathons

Apr 3, 2024

USA Today unveils list of 10 best US marathons

To find the top races, USA TODAY 10Best editors and a panel of experts made their nominations, then readers voted for their favorites.

New York City Marathon fights massive new bridge toll

Apr 3, 2024

New York City Marathon fights massive new bridge toll

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority wants NYRR to pay $750,000 for lost toll revenue on the Verazzano-Narrows bridge.

A chunk of the Big Sur Marathon course has fallen into the ocean

Apr 3, 2024

A chunk of the Big Sur Marathon course has fallen into the ocean

Race organizers of the iconic race are scrambling to find a solution with the race just a few weeks away.

Boston Road Runners and next generation donation support run on Movemint

Apr 2, 2024

Boston Road Runners and next generation donation support run on Movemint

Movemint’s latest feature allows organizers to set up and send donations directly to multiple charitable organizations on a rolling daily basis.

Detroit Free Press Marathon first major Detroit event to hit sustainability goal

Mar 31, 2024

Detroit Free Press Marathon first major Detroit event to hit sustainability goal

The 2023 marathon achieved zero-waste status by diverting the majority of race material from the landfill.

NYRR receives nearly 165,000 applications for 2024 TCS NYC Marathon

Mar 28, 2024

NYRR receives nearly 165,000 applications for 2024 TCS NYC Marathon

The number of applications is the second most in event history after the 50th running application in 2020.