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Abu Dhabi Marathon
	News From: Monday, December 18, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Brigid Kosgei breaks course record at ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon (Canadian Running) Reigning Olympic marathon silver medallist Brigid Kosgei won the women's race of the 2023 Abu Dhabi Marathon in 2:19:15, breaking the course record.
	News From: Sunday, December 17, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		UAE: Fifth edition of ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon sets new women's record (ThePrint) Eritrean Amare Hailemicael Samson won the 2023 Abu Dhabi Marathon in 2:07:10 while Brigid Kosgei won the women's race in 2:19:15, setting a new course record.
	News From: Friday, December 15, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Brigid Kosgei set to renew rivalry with Tirunesh Dibaba at Abu Dhabi Marathon (Pulse Sports) The 2023 Abu Dhabi Marathon on Saturday, December 16, will have Brigid Kosgei, Tirunesh Dibaba, Andrew Kwemoi, Leonard Barsoton and Paul Tanui among its elite runners.
		ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon to host record 25k runners (Arab News) The 2023 Abu Dhabi Marathon on Saturday, December 16, will have a record 25,000 participants.
	News From: Thursday, December 14, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Abu Dhabi: 8 hour-long road closure for ADNOC marathon on Saturday (Gulf Business) The 2023 Abu Dhabi Marathon on Saturday, December 16, will have over 23,000 expected participants.
Bangalore Midnight Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Bengaluru Midnight Marathon 2023: Kimutai Timon, Roba Beti Hailu clinch top honors (Deccan Chronicle) Kimutai Timon won the 2023 Bengaluru Midnight Marathon in 2:29:00 while Roba Beti Hailu won the women's race in 3:10:15.
Boston Marathon
	News From: Thursday, December 21, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Boston Marathon finisher receives three-year doping suspension (Canadian Running) Kenyan marathoner Maurine Chepkemoi tested positive for EPO and was banned by the the Athletics Integrity Unit for three years.
	News From: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Hellen Obiri opens up on how her daughter is inspiring her for more wins (Pulse Sports) Reigning Boston Marathon champion Hellen Obiri talked about how her daughter is motivating her to run better.
Chennai Marathon
	News From: Thursday, December 21, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Chennai Marathon to be held on Jan 6 (The Week) The 2024 Chennai Marathon on January 6 will be a zero-waste marathon with Urbaser Sumeet as partner.
Chicago Marathon
	News From: Thursday, December 14, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Kelvin Kiptum explains why he has no track background (Pulse Sports) Kelvin Kiptum, an herdsman of the family's cattle, started joining others running on trails and roads, having no access to any track to train on.
Disney World Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		2024 runDisney Coast to Coast Challenge Medals Revealed (WDW News Today) RunDisney revealed their two 2024 Coast to Coast Challenge medals for those who complete a half marathon distance or greater at both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort this runDisney season.
Grandma's Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Preparing for the 2024 Grandma's Marathon (WDIO.com) PR and marketing manager Zach Schneider talked about a new group training program, among other preparations, for the 2024 Grandma's Marathon on June 22.
Hangzhou International Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Kenyan runner drops out of Hangzhou Marathon while winning (Canadian Running) Leading runner Ethiopia's Belete Mekonen dropped out of the 2023 Hangzhou Marathon on Sunday, December 17, due to hypothermia.
Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		2024 Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon returns to South Louisville (Wave) The 2024 Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon will return to its pre-pandemic route in the Louisville's south end.
Madison Marathon (Mad City Marathon)
	News From: Thursday, December 21, 2023
		Human Interest Story
		Madison Marathon runner reunites with EMS team that saved his life (WKOW.com) Pram Adriansjach collapsed as he crossed the finished line of Madison Marathon in November.
Marathon Hai Phong
	News From: Friday, December 15, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		VnExpress Marathon Hai Phong 2023 to grant $41,200 awards (VnExpress) The 2023 VnExpress Marathon Hai Phong on Sunday, December 17, will grant a total of $41,200 awards in the forms of cash, sport watches and running shoes.
Marathon Popular de Valencia
	News From: Sunday, December 17, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		2024 Valencia Marathon organisers announce millions set aside for world record breakers (Pulse Sports) 2024 Valencia Marathon on December 1 offers a million euro for a world record.
McAllen Marathon
	News From: Thursday, December 21, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run, Jan. 20th (Texas Border Business) The 2024 McAllen Marathon will be held on January 20.
Memphis Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		7 Heritage elementary reps raise $8,810 in St. Jude Memphis Marathon (Madison County Record) At the 2023 Memphis Marathon, seven runners of Heritage Elementary School raised raised $9,000 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Newport Wales Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		New routes revealed for ABP Newport Wales Marathon, Half and 10K (Wales) The 2024 Newport Wales Marathon on Sunday, April 28, will have a new route.
Odds And Ends
	News From: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
		Human Interest Story
		Chinese company to boost annual bonuses for running mileage (Canadian Running) Guangdong Dongpo Paper Co. rewards employee running mileage with bonuses.
		World Athletics to review controversial Athlete of the Year Awards format (Pulse Sports) World Athletics president Sebastian Coe promised that the body will review the controversial Athlete of the Year format used this year.
		Plans underway to add World Championships marathons to World Marathon Majors (Pulse Sports) Plans are underway to integrate World Championships marathons in the World Marathon Majors so runners will not have to choose which race to run based on the prizes offered.
	News From: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
		Training/ Health
		3 easy exercises to help you avoid hamstring pain for good (Canadian Running) Here are 3 exercises to strengthen the muscles and prevent hamstring injuries.
	News From: Sunday, December 17, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Running will keep your memory sharp and help prevent Alzheimer's, new research shows (Canadian Running) Researchers found that increased physical and social activity lessens the likelihood of Alzheimers disease.
	News From: Saturday, December 16, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Are Super Shoes So Super? (Slate) Studies have shown that carbon plated shoes are effective on increasing speed for those who move quickly, that is, the elite runners.
	News From: Friday, December 15, 2023
		Training/ Health
		6 tips for staying motivated to run during the holidays (Canadian Running) Amidst the distractions of family, feasts and holiday laziness, stay motivated to run by following this list.
	News From: Thursday, December 14, 2023
		Human Interest Story
		Texas man breaks Guinness World Record for fastest marathon in football equipment (Canadian Running) Brian Goldsmith ran a record 3:29:30 in full football equipment at the 2023 Dallas Marathon on December 10.
Olympics 2024 (Men)
	News From: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Marathon legend gives tips on how Kenya can ensure medal sweep at 2024 Olympics (Pulse Sports) Former Olympic silver medallist Catherine Ndereba encouraged marathon runners picked for the 2024 Paris Olympics to aim for a medal and put the country first.
	News From: Monday, December 18, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Marathon great Catherine Ndereba picks her side on Kiptum vs Kipchoge debate (Pulse Sports) Kenya's marathon legend Catherine Ndereba believes Eliud Kipchoge with his experience has an edge over Kevin Kiptum in their 2024 Olympics showdown.