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2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Men's Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		The Top Marathons Ignored Him. Then Nathan Martin Set a Record That Changed His Life. (Men's Journal) Nathan Martin is now training for the 2024 USA Team Olympic Trials after he became the fastest ever U.S.-born Black marathon when he ran 2:11:52 at the 2020 Marathon Project.
Almaty Marathon
	News From: Thursday, August 24, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Sport Tourism, Destination Marketing and the Almaty Marathon 2023 - Interview with CEO, Saltanat Kazybayeva (Travel News Asia) Saltanat Kazybayeva talked about 2023 Almaty Marathon set on October 1, its success in terms of participation and the money it raised for the children of Kazakhstan.
BII-Maybank Bali Marathon
	News From: Monday, August 28, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Maybank Marathon 2023, 'Elite' Label Road Race, achieves active participation of over 13,600 runners (Benzinga) Geoffrey Kiprotich Birgen won the 2023 Maybank Bali Marathon in 2:15:04 while Sophy Jepchirchir won the women's race in 2:31:04.
	News From: Thursday, August 24, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Maybank Marathon 2023 attracts ever-more runners (The Jakarta Post) The 2023 Maybank Bali Marathon will be held this Sunday, August 27, with a 37 percent increase in participation over last year's.
Boston Marathon
	News From: Thursday, August 31, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		'Road to Boston' sheds light on Korean marathon hero (Yonhap News Agency) The film "Road to Boston" tells the story of Suh Yun-bok, the first Asian winner of the Boston Marathon in 1947.
Calgary Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
		Human Interest Story
		Calgary Marathon founder dies following weekend crash (Canadian Running) Two-time Olympian and Calgary Marathon founder Doug Kyle, 91, who died in a single vehicle crash on Sunday night, is best remembered for his impact on the sports and its community.
	News From: Monday, August 28, 2023
		Human Interest Story
		Calgary Marathon founder, celebrated Canadian runner dead following southeast crash (Global News) Doug Kyle, 91, founder of Calgary Marathon and decorated Canadian runner, died in a car crash Sunday night.
Chicago Marathon
	News From: Thursday, August 24, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Can you still apply for the 2023 Chicago Marathon? What to know as the race draws near (NBC 5 Chicago) Only a limited number of guaranteed entry through charity is now available for the 2023 Chicago Marathon on October 8.
Farnham Pilgrims' Marathon
	News From: Sunday, August 27, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Award-winning Farnham Pilgrim Marathon to return next month for 14th outing (Farnham Herald) The 2023 Farnham Pilgrim Marathon will be held on Sunday, September 10.
Fox Cities Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Volunteers prepare more than 5,000 goody bags ahead of Fox Cities Marathon (Fox 11 News) Preparations are underway for the 2023 Fox Cities Marathon on September 17.
Harbin International Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Lhasa, Harbin marathons draw thousands to race (ChinaDaily.com.cn) The 2023 Harbin International Marathon was successfully held last Sunday with 30,000 runners.
Hawkes Bay Marathon
	News From: Saturday, August 26, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		In pictures: Hawke's Bay Marathon winners rave as rescheduled event showcases region's recovery (Hawke's Bay Today) Ben Gatting won the 2023 Hawke's Bay Marathon in 2:27:51 while Ingrid Cree won the women's race in 2:47:22.
Hong Kong Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Hong Kong Marathon set for January 21 with runner quota increased to 74,000 (The Standard) The 2024 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon on January 21 will have 74,000 participants.
Marquette Marathon
	News From: Thursday, August 31, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Marquette Marathon events being held Friday night, Saturday morning & afternoon (The Mining Journal) Here are some key information about the 2023 Marquette Marathon that will be held on Saturday, September 2.
Mexico City International Marathon
	News From: Monday, August 28, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Bolivian winner of Mexico City marathon breaks record (Mexico Daily News) Hector Garibay Flores won the 2023 Mexico City Marathon in 2:08:23 while Celestine Chepchir won the women's race in 2:27:17.
	News From: Sunday, August 27, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Hector Garibay Flores and the Triumph of the Winners (Alaska Commons) Bolivian athlete Hector Gariba won the 2023 Mexico City Marathon in 2:08:22 while Kenyan athlete Celestine Chepchirchir won the women's race in 2:27:17.
	News From: Thursday, August 24, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		The capital government is ready for the Mexico City Marathon (SmallCapNews) The 2023 Mexico City Marathon will be held this Sunday, August 27, with expected 30,000 participants.
Nebraska State Fair Marathon
	News From: Saturday, August 26, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Hodnette, Kiprop win Nebraska State Fair Marathon races (The Independent) Kenya's Bernard Kiptoo Koech won the 2023 Nebraska State Fair Marathon in 2:17:33 while Chicago's Polina Hodnette won the women's race in 2:57:17.
New York City Marathon
	News From: Thursday, August 31, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Geoffrey Kamworor braces to face familiar foes as he heads to Great North Run (Pulse Sports) Geoffrey Kamworor warms up for the 2023 New York City Marathon with the Great North Run on September 10.
	News From: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Loaded men's field for 2023 New York City Marathon announced (Pulse Sports) The 2023 New York City Marathon on November 5 will have a star-studded elite runner line up, including current and past champions and more.
	News From: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Cam Levins to take on TCS New York City Marathon (Canadian Running) Canadian marathon record holder Cam Levins will run the 2023 New York City Marathon on November 5.
Odds And Ends
	News From: Thursday, August 31, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Why running with ankle weights is seductive (but dumb) (Canadian Running) While the idea of running with ankle weights during training does have its appeal to sci-fi fans, it messes up with the running form, may cause injury and more.
	News From: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
		Training/ Health
		A new runner's guide to injury prevention (Canadian Running) Here are some of the most common beginner's injuries and how to prevent them.
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		How St. Louis' Wild 1904 Olympic Marathon Forged a Legend (RFT) This is the colorful story of Cuba's Felix Carvajal, the 1904 St. Louis Olympic Marathon champion.
	News From: Monday, August 28, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Practise switching gears with this fun workout (Canadian Running) This workout will teach runners to adjust their speed during a race.
	News From: Thursday, August 24, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Yoga for runners: 4 poses to ease sore hips (Canadian Running) Here are 4 yoga poses that will help ease the pain of achy hips of runners.
Pikes Peak Marathon
	News From: Monday, August 28, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Pikes Peak Marathon brings 68 years of tradition to SOCO (Fox 21 News) The 2023 Pikes Peak Marathon on September 17 celebrates 68 years of the event.
Rwenzori Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Cindy Sanyu to Headline Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon Neon Street Rave (mbu) The post race celebration of the 2023 Rwenzori Marathon on Saturday, September 2, will headline top performers.
		2nd Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon: Uganda Wildlife Authority provides 5 buses to Kasese, procures kits worth Shs 10M (Kawowo Sports) Uganda Wildlife Authority provides transportation and kits to the 2023 Rwenzori Marathon.
	News From: Monday, August 28, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Rwenzori marathon to boost tourism (New Vision) The 2023 Rwenzori Marathon is expected to boost tourism in Uganda.