Marathon/Running News: 10/5/24 - 10/12/24

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News From: Saturday, October 12, 2024
	Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		12th Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon sees record-breaking attendance (Bemidji Pioneer) Benjamin Drexler won the 2024 Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon in 2:38:22 while Ellyssa Peterson won the women's race in 2:54:31.
News From: Friday, October 11, 2024
	Casablanca Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Casablanca Marathon relocates starting point to iconic Wilaya for enhanced experience (yabiladi) The 2024 Casablanca Marathon on October 27 will start at the Wilaya of the Casablanca-Settat region.
	Chester Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		England Masters take on Wales at the Chester Marathon (England Athletics News) England Masters runners shine at the 2024 Chester Marathon on October 5.
	Chicago Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Ruth Chepngetich and Amos Kipruto lead elite field at Chicago Marathon (The Eastleigh Voice) Ruth Chepngetich seeks her third title while Amos Kipruto aims to hunour his friend Kelvin Kiptum at the 2024 Chicago Marathon.
	Rhodes Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		TUI becomes title sponsor and distribution partner of the TUI Rhodes Marathon (TravelDailyNews.com) Rhodes Marathon signed up TUI as its new title sponsor for 2025, 2026 and 2027.
	Serengeti Safari Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Serengeti Safari Marathon attracts over 2,000 runners (Daily News) The 2024 Serengeti Safari Marathon on November 16 will have more than 2K participants.
News From: Thursday, October 10, 2024
	Chicago Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		'GOAT of the GOATs!' - Tennis legend recounts how Kipchoge's advice propelled her to finish Boston, London marathons (Pulse Sports) The 2016 Rio Olympics tennis champion Monica Puig will run the 2024 Chicago Marathon this Sunday, October 13.
		Amos Kipruto eyes comeback victory at Chicago Marathon after injury struggles (Pulse Sports) 2022 London Marathon champion Amos Kipruto is hoping for a comback after injury struggles at the 2024 Chicago Marathon this Sunday, October 13.
	Las Vegas Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		A new Las Vegas Marathon sets a different course (Las Vegas Weekly) The inaugural Las Vegas Marathon will be held on November 3.
	Melbourne Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Coinbase creates 'digital race medal' for Melbourne Marathon (Mi3) The 2024 Melbourne Marathon this Sunday, October 13, teams up with Coinbase to offer 'digital medal' upon completion, among other perks.
	Nairobi Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		All systems go for Stanchart Nairobi Marathon as registration closes (Pulse Sports) The 2024 Nairobi Marathon will be held on October 27, with over 25,000 runners.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Dry saunas for runners: how useful are they? (Canadian Running) Dry sauna has indeed some health benefits - it speeds up recovery and provide a tool for heat acclimation - but is not a substitute for actual training.
		Researchers Develop Exercise Pill That Mimics Health Benefits Of Running Marathon Without Effort (NDTV) Researchers in Denmark have developed a pill, now known as LaKe, that mimics the beneficial effects of running a marathon.
	Toronto Waterfront Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon elite field announced for 2024 (Canadian Running) The 2024 Toronto Waterfront Marathon on October 20 will feature these elite runners.
News From: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
	Cape Town Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		2024 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Targets Car-Free Route to Secure Major Status (The Newspaper) The 2024 Cape Town Marathon is preparing for the race on October 20 as it hopes to become one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
	Chengdu International Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Shanghai Marathon becomes Abbott World Marathon Majors candidate event, replacing Chengdu Marathon (Endurance.Biz) The 2024 Shanghai Marathon on December 1 is now China's candidate for the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
	Chicago Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		The Chicago Marathon takes centre stage Sunday. Here's a look at some of the world's most challenging marathon courses (Olympics News) Here is a rundown of the world's most challenging marathon courses because of elevation or sub-zero temperatures.
		Running Since 1977, Chicago Marathon Veterans Look Forward to Continue Historic Streak at the 2024 Event (Essentially Sports) Randy Burt, George Mueller, and Henry Kozlowski will run the 2024 Chicago Marathon, as they have done since it started in 1977.
		Watch the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon live: Streaming, TV channel and more (NBC 5 Chicago) Here are the ways to watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 13.
		Ruth Chepngetich leads Chicago Marathon elite line-ups (Athletics Weekly) 2022 and 2021 Chicago Marathon winner Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya is aiming for a third victory at the 2024 Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 13.
	Nairobi Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Preparations gear up for 2024 Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon (Citizen Digital) The 2024 Nairobi Marathon will be held on October 27.
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge lands major role at United Nations (Pulse Sports) Eliud Kipchoge has been named UNESCO ambassador for sports, integrity and values.
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Can running fix your back pain? (Canadian Running) Studies have shown that running can reduce chronic lower back pain.
	Ooredoo Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Doha Marathon to be held on January 17 (Gulf Times) The 2025 Doha Marathon will be held on January 17.
	Richmond Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Richmond Marathon announces full docket of race weekend events (RIC Today) The 2024 Richmond Marathon will be held on November 16.
	Shanghai International Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Shanghai Marathon could be the next Abbott World Marathon Major (Canadian Running) Shanghai Marathon joins Sydney Marathon and Cape Town Marathon to become a candidate for the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
News From: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
	Maratona de Lisboa
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Kenyans dominate Lisbon Marathon (The Portugal News) Wisley Kimeli won the 2024 Lisbon Marathon in 2:08.33 while Rael Nguriatukel won the women's race n 2:27.11.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Eliud Kipchoge reveals bold shift in post-race plans that no one saw coming (Pulse Sports) Eliud Kipchoge refuses to transition into coaching after retirement and, while he has not specified his next role or run, he is back in training.
News From: Monday, October 7, 2024
	Berlin Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Former Kenyan marathoner dies after violent attack (Canadian Running) Berlin Marathon bronze winner, Samson Kandie, dies after being beaten outside his house.
	Chicago Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		How to track a Chicago Marathon runner during the upcoming 2024 race (NBC 5 Chicago) Here is how to track a runner during the 2024 Chicago Marathon or how to watch the race live on tv.