Category: Marathon
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Hokkaido Marathon Triumphs in Spectacular Return, Olympic Routes Featured
The Hokkaido Marathon, a much-anticipated event, made a triumphant return after a two-year hiatus due to the Tokyo Olympic Games. The marathon, held in Sapporo, saw around 18,000 enthusiastic participants taking…
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Japan Overtakes U.S. as Global Marathon Powerhouse
For over half a century, the United States held the title as the world’s largest amateur marathon market, attracting participants globally. However, the emergence of the Tokyo Marathon in 2007 sparked…
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Kobe Marathon Canceled Again Amid COVID-19 Challenges
The Kobe Marathon, an annual event marking its 10th anniversary this year, has been canceled for the second consecutive time due to challenges in securing medical staff and volunteers amidst the…
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Kyoto Marathon 2026 Introduces Personalized Finisher’s Medals
The Kyoto Marathon 2026 organizers have recently unveiled the design of the finisher’s medal for the upcoming event. This year, participants will have the special option to personalize their medals by…
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Elite Ethiopian and Norwegian Runners Headline 2025 Haspa Marathon
Workenesh Edesa, a renowned Ethiopian marathoner, is set to lead an elite field at the 2025 Haspa Marathon Hamburg on 27th April. With an impressive personal best of 2:18:51, Edesa is…
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Athletics New Zealand Unveils 2025 Out of Stadia Calendar
Athletics New Zealand has unveiled the 2025 Out of Stadia calendar, featuring a lineup of exciting events that showcase the best of New Zealand’s running and racing culture. From cross-country championships…
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Christchurch Gears Up for Record-Breaking Marathon Weekend
Christchurch is abuzz as the city prepares to host its largest-ever marathon event this weekend. With over 6,700 participants signed up across various race categories, including the marathon, half-marathon, 10 km,…
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Former Sprinter Jemima Tennekoon Shines in Queenstown Marathon Debut
Former track athlete Jemima Tennekoon has found a new passion for long-distance running since relocating to Queenstown. After representing New Zealand in sprinting events, she transitioned to longer distances and set…
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Point to Pinnacle: 3,500 Brave ‘World’s Toughest’ Half Marathon
More than 3,500 participants are gearing up to tackle the challenging Point to Pinnacle event, known as the “world’s toughest road half marathon,” which ascends to the summit of kunanyi/Mount Wellington…
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Auckland Marathon Sees Record Turnout Despite Tire Mishap
Runners participating in the Auckland Marathon had a close call when a tire flew off a passing car on the Harbour Bridge. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but a lane had…