Tigist Gashaw shattered the women’s course record to claim a decisive victory at Taiyuan Marathon
The 2026 Taiyuan Marathon, held on September 27, produced a masterclass in elite distance running as Bahrain’s Tigist Gashaw shattered the women’s course record to claim a decisive victory. Navigating the scenic but challenging urban course in Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, Gashaw crossed the finish line in a blistering 2:24:11 hours, slicing more than a minute
Armand Duplantis will miss the entire 2027 indoor season to focus on his recovery
Multiple world record holder in the pole vault Armand Duplantis will miss the entire 2027 indoor season to focus on his recovery and preparation for the outdoor season, the Swedish Athletics Federation announced. The 26-year-old Armand Duplantis has opted to take more time off than usual after a grueling season. The world and Olympic champion
Bizuager Aderra returns to Istanbul to defend her marathon title
The classic Istanbul Marathon is known for its extremely treacherous course. The course offers its toughest test right at the end – a climb into the historic city center after the 40th kilometer, when the runners’ strength is almost completely exhausted. On November 1, reigning champion Bizuager Aderra of Ethiopia will return to defend her
The inspiring story of Kenyan middle-distance runner Naomi Korir
In August, Kenyan middle-distance runner Naomi Korir achieved one of the most significant achievements of her career, finishing fifth in the one-mile final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. But the 28-year-old’s path to the big sport has been marked by a personal battle that has threatened to end her dreams for years. Naomi Korir
Bozhidar Saraboyukov ended the 2026 season as world’s number three in the long jump
Bozhidar Saraboyukov had an extremely successful competitive year, finishing as No. 3 in the world. He has collected an asset of 1357 points. Number one in the long jump ranking is Miltiadis Tentoglou with 1402 points, and second is Jamaican Tajay Gayle with 1364 points. Mattia Furlani is fourth with 1352 points, and Simon Ehammer
Reed Fischer captured the victory at the men’s Boulderthon Half Marathon
Reed Fischer captured a phenomenal home-turf victory at the men’s Boulderthon Half Marathon on September 27, 2026. Navigating the thin mountain air of Boulder, Colorado, Fischer crossed the finish line in a blistering 1:04:33 (registering a chip time of 1:04:31). His performance led a world-class field of elite distance runners through one of the country’s
Nicholas Kiptoo won the men’s running event at the Garoto 10 Miles – 35ª Dez Milhas Garoto
Nicholas Kiptoo of Kenya captured a magnificent victory at the men’s 10 miles running event during the milestone Garoto 10 Miles – 35ª Dez Milhas Garoto on September 27, 2026. Blazing across the scenic coastal course stretching from Vitória to Vila Velha, Brazil, Kiptoo recorded an exceptional winning time of 48:14 minutes. His masterful racing
Nubia de Oliveira Silva won the women’s Garoto 10 Miles – 35ª Dez Milhas Garoto
Nubia de Oliveira Silva captured a historic back-to-back victory at the prestigious Garoto 10 Miles – 35ª Dez Milhas Garoto on September 27, 2026. Blazing across the iconic Terceira Ponte from Vitória to Vila Velha, Brazil, the 24-year-old Brazilian phenom stopped the clock in 59:39 minutes, defending her crown in a thrilling sprint finish to
Nigsti Molla triumphed at the women’s Heart to Heart 5k Presented by BCH
Nigsti Molla captured an electrifying victory at the women’s Heart to Heart 5k Presented by BCH on September 27, 2026. Blazing through the thin mountain air of downtown Boulder, Colorado, Molla clocked an elite winning time of 15:26 minutes to conquer a world-class field of domestic and international distance specialists. The article below highlights the
Morgan Beadlescomb won the men’s Heart to Heart 5k Presented by BCH
Morgan Beadlescomb captured a phenomenal victory at the men’s Heart to Heart 5k Presented by BCH on September 27, 2026. Blazing through downtown Boulder, Colorado, Morgan Beadlescomb clocking a winning time of 13:47 minutes, setting the pace for a highly competitive world-class field. The article below details the exhilarating finish, elite strategic performances, and local