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Kenenisa Bekele named to Ethiopian Olympic marathon team
The Ethiopian marathon team for the Paris Olympics have been announced: Kenenisa Bekele, Sisay Lemma and Tamirat Tola for the men; Tigist Assefa, Amane Beriso and Gotytom Gebreslase.
Olympics 2024 (Men) (Canadian Running: 5/2/24)
posted: 5/3/24

The many Olympic firsts that await Kenya's marathon team in Paris
The Kenya marathon team for the Paris Olympics will have a lot of firsts - if successful, first man winning three consecutive gold medals, first woman in a back-to-back win and first participation for most athletes.
Olympics 2024 (Men) (Pulse Sports: 5/2/24)
posted: 5/3/24

2024 Eugene Marathon celebrates largest fields ever, raises over $233K for charities
The 2024 Eugene Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, April 28, with 12,000 runners in all distances and raising $233K for local charities.
Eugene Marathon (KTVL10: 5/2/24)
posted: 5/3/24

What to know about the Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon
The 2024 Pittsburgh Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 5, with 42,000 participants in all distances.
Pittsburgh Marathon (TribLive: 5/1/24)
posted: 5/3/24

Weekend schedules for Flying Pig Marathon, heads up on route, closed roads, timing; 40k participants
The 2024 Flying Pig Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 5, with 40,000 participants in all distances.
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon (Northern Kentucky Tribune: 4/3/24)
posted: 5/3/24

Eliud Kipchoge named to his fifth Kenyan Olympic team
Eliud Kipchoge is off to his fifth Olympic Games for Kenya, aiming to win his third consecutive gold medal in the marathon.
Olympics 2024 (Men) (Canadian Running: 5/1/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Will only three marathoners represent Canada at 2024 Paris Olympics?
Only three Canadian marathon runners have qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics and a number of athletes will aim for the rest of the spots this weekend before the qualification window closes.
Olympics 2024 (Men) (Canadian Running: 5/1/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Benson Kipruto out to torment Eliud Kipchoge as he reveals main goal at Paris 2024 Olympics
While Eliud Kipchoge will be gunning for his third Olympic marathon title, Benson Kipruto is aiming for his first.
Olympics 2024 (Men) (Pulse Sports: 5/2/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Mural painted to celebrate Flying Pig Marathon
A mural was painted to celebrate the 2024 Flying Pig Marathon and highlight its significance to the local community.
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon (Fox 19 Now: 5/1/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Best spots on campus to cheer the Lincoln Marathon
Here are the best places on campus to cheer the 2024 Lincoln Marathon on Sunday, May 5.
Lincoln Marathon (University of Nebraska News: 4/29/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Pittsburgh Marathon weekend: What you should know
A quick guide to the 2024 Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 5.
Pittsburgh Marathon (4 ABC WTAE: 5/1/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Keeping 42K runners safe: Months of prep go into the Pittsburgh Marathon
A quick look at the preparations for the 2024 Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 5.
Pittsburgh Marathon (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: 5/2/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Who, when and what guide: Prague International Marathon
A concise guide to the 2024 Prague International Marathon on Sunday, May 5.
Prague International Marathon (Athletics Weekly: 4/30/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Red Stag Rotorua Marathon all set for historic 60th anniversary edition
The 2024 Rotorua Marathon will be held on Saturday, May 4.
Rotorua Marathon (Rotorua Daily Post: 5/1/24)
posted: 5/2/24

Canadian Olympian Kate Van Buskirk wins marathon debut in Tennessee
Kate Van Buskirk won the women's race of the 2024 Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon in 2:37:40.
Rock 'n' Roll Country Music Marathon (Canadian Running: 4/30/24)
posted: 5/1/24

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