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News From: Monday, May 13, 2024
	Columbus Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		The godfather of the Columbus Marathon laces up for his 44th race (cleveland.com) Jim Kinard, who has run the Columbus Marathon since its inception in 1980, is lacing up again for 2024 on October 20.
	Leiden Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Leiden marathon suspended as 25 runners suffer heat exhaustion (Dutch News) The 2024 Leiden Marathon was suspended around 3pm as multiple runners suffered from heat exhaustion.
	London Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Salvation Army collects record 18.9 tonnes of clothing at this year's London Marathon (UK Fundraising) Salvation Army collected 18.9 tonnes of clothing at the 2024 London Marathon.
		Helen Gaunt aims to inspire women of all ages (Athletics Weekly) An interview with Helen Gaunt , the fastest British female athlete at the 2024 London Marathon.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Kenyan road racer handed four-year doping ban as ADAK continues to tighten noose (Pulse Sports) Marathoner Stephen Kipchirchir Kiplagat has been given a four-year suspension over doping by the the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya.
	Whiskey Row Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Are You Tough Enough to Race, Run and Have Fun at The 46th Annual YMCA Whiskey Row Marathon? (Prescott eNews) The 2024 Whiskey Row Marathon will be held on Saturday, October 12.
News From: Sunday, May 12, 2024
	Fredericton Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Fredericton Marathon sees first-time winner, course record (CBC) Joe Stewart won the 2024 Fredericton Marathon in 2:31 while Sarah Mulcahy won the women's race in 2:50:07.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		11 non-running items ever runner should keep handy (Canadian Running) Here are 11 non-running items that runners should have access to.
	Varna Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Kenyan athletes dominate the Varna Marathon in Bulgaria (KosovaPress) Shadrack Kimaiyo won the 2024 Varna Marathon in 2:24.02 while Sheila Chebet won the women's race in 2:40.35.
News From: Saturday, May 11, 2024
	Brookings Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Minnesotans win 2024 Brookings Marathon (The Brookings Register) Jeff Kroll won the 2024 Brookings Marathon in 2:39:07 while Christine Hotvet won the women's race in 3:18.00.
News From: Friday, May 10, 2024
	Belfast City Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		This 64-year-old Irish marathoner is in a league of his own (Canadian Running) Tommy Hughes, 64, ran the 2024 Belfast City Marathon in 2:36:37, the fastest marathon time for his age.
	Newport Wales Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Newport Marathon offers an apology for its too lengthy course (Sportsry) Newport Wales Marathon organizers issued an apology for the 300 extra meters on their course last April 28.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		44-year-old mother of 2, Malindi Elmore, set to compete in her 3rd Olympic Games as a marathon runner for Canada (globe echo) How Malindi Elmore balances family and running to become one of the marathon runners for the Canadian team in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
	Olympics 2024 (Women)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Marathon runner Rutendo Nyahora qualifies for Paris Olympics (New Zimbabwe) Marathon runner Rutendo Nyahora is one of only four athletes from Zimbabwe to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
News From: Thursday, May 9, 2024
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Race nutrition: how to make your own running gels (Canadian Running) Make your own running gels to control the ingredients and customize to your own needs.
	Olympics 2012 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Victor Kiplangat leads Uganda's Olympic marathon squad with bold aim to challenge Eliud Kipchoge (Pulse Sports) The following are the marathon runners of the Uganda team for the Paris Olympics: Victor Kiplangat, Stephen Kissa and Andrew Kwemoi (men); Stella Chesang, Mercyline Chelangat and Rebecca Cheptegei (women).
	Olympics 2024 (Women)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		How Hellen Obiri plans to outshine competitors at Paris 2024 Olympics (Pulse Sports) Hellen Obiri is seeking her first Olympic gold medal, after successfully defending her Boston Marathon title in April.
	Saskatchewan Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Run with us at the 46th annual Saskatchewan Marathon in Saskatoon (CBC) 2024 Saskatchewan Marathon will be held held on Sunday, May 26.
	Sevilla (Seville) Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Kenyan marathon runner Josephine Chepkoech provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (Pulse Sports) 2024 Seville Marathon runner-up Josephine Chepkoec has been suspended by AIU for allegations of doping using testosterone.
News From: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
	Geneva Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		4,000 on waitlist for 18th edition of Generali Geneve Marathon (Endurance.Biz) Here are the interesting numbers of the 2024 Geneva Marathon on May 5, among them, more than 21,000 participants in all distances with 4,000 in the waiting list.
	Milton Keynes Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Cotswold athlete achieves incredible 1000 Marathons World Record at Milton Keynes Marathon (mkfm) Steve Edwards achieved a new Guinness World Records title for the "fastest aggregate time to run 1000 marathons" at the 2024 Milton Keynes Marathon on Monday, May 6.
	OC Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		OC Marathon: California marathon winner DQ'd after accepting aid on the course (Canadian Running) Esteban Prado was disqualified as winner of the 2024 OC Marathon after a footage showed he received water from his dad, a violation in the USATF rulebook.
	Odds And Ends
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Could your sports bra be causing your knee pain? (Canadian Running) Recent study has shown that a supportive bra not only adds comfort but may prevent ACL injuries women are prone to.
	Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon 2024 route, map, road closures and how to take part (LeedsLive) The 2024 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 12.
	Varna Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		More than 1200 runners to take part in Marathon Varna 2024 on Sunday (Radio Bulgaria) The 2024 Varna Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 12, with a record number of participants.
News From: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
	Georgina Spring Fling Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Dozens hit Boston qualifying times at Georgina Spring Fling Marathon (Canadian Running) Ric Mansueto won the 2024 Georgina Spring Fling Marathon in 2:47:14 while Ellen Guytingco won the women's race in 3:03:14.
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		Eliud Kipchoge breaks silence on accusations about Kiptum's death & ensuing social media attacks (Pulse Sports) Eliud Kipchoge revealed being fearful for the safety of his family after Kiptum's death.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Geoffrey Kamworor finally reacts after missing final Kenyan marathon squad at Paris Olympics (Pulse Sports) Geoffrey Kamworor, grappling with injury lately, hopes to be part of the Olympics in the future.
News From: Monday, May 6, 2024
	Belfast City Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Belfast City Marathon 2024: The crowd of runners was so vast that it took 20 minutes to pass (News Letter) The 2024 Belfast City Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, May 5, with 18,000 runners in all distances.
		Kenyans dominate Belfast City Marathon with record-breaking performances (Pulse Sports) Mathew Kiplimo won the 2024 Belfast City Marathon in 2:14:44 while Beatrice Jepkemei won the women's race in 2:35:03.