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Marathon/Running News: 10/23/23 - 10/30/23

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Abingdon Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Abingdon marathon attracts more than 700 runners this year (Oxford Mail)
Alex Teuten won the 2023 Abingdon Marathon in 2:19:22 while Charlie Metcalfe won the women's race in 2:56:06.
 
Auckland Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Auckland marathon to clash with Rugby World Cup final (RNZ)
Race organiser Amy MacCormack talked about how runners of the 2023 Auckland Marathon will adapt to the clash with the Rugby World Cup final.
 
Beachy Head Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   In Pictures: The 2023 Beachy Head Marathon weekend (Sussex World)
A gallery of photos taken during the 2023 Beachy Head Marathon on Saturday, October 21.
 
Beijing Int'l Marathon
 News From: Sunday, October 29, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Marathoners in Beijing go maskless, unfazed by smog (Reuters)
The 2023 Beijing Marathon was held successfully on Sunday, October 29, with 30,000 runners, most going maskless in the smog-filled city.
 
Berlin Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
  Training/ Health
   'I'm still hungry to run fast': Long-distance legend Eliud Kipchoge has plenty more in the tank (EuroNews)
An in-depth interview with Eliud Kipchoge on his marathon career.
 
Chicago Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 30, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Ethiopian legend backs Kelvin Kiptum to run sub two-hour marathon (Pulse Sports)
Ehtiopian legend Kenenisa Bekele believes Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum has a better chance to run a marathon under two hours.
 
 News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Kelvin Kiptum backed to dominate marathon for a long time (Pulse Sports)
Despite his lack of track background, Kelvin Kiptum will enjoy a long marathon career.
 
  Human Interest Story
   Eliud Kipchoge finally comments on Kelvin Kiptum's world record (Canadian Running)
Eliud Kipchoge hopes to continue to inspire the next generation of runners.
 
 News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Eliud Kipchoge explains why he was delighted after Kelvin Kiptum broke his record (Pulse Sports)
Eliud Kipchoge said he was not surprised about the record-breaking run and looks forward to more.
 
Dong-A Ilbo Gyeongju International Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Marathon rookie Dagnachewu outpaces Kenyan athletes (The Dong-A Ilbo)
Isma Antenayehu Dagnachewu of Ethiopia won the 2023 Dong-A Ilbo Gyeongju International Marathon in 2:11:31.
 
Dublin Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 30, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Dublin Marathon winner sets new record as more than 22k course through Irelands capital (IrishCentral)
Kemal Husan won the 2023 Dublin Marathon in 2:06:52 while Amente Sorome Negash won the women's race in 2:26:22.
 
 News From: Thursday, October 26, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Irish Rail DART disruption for Dublin Marathon runners this bank holiday weekend (Dublin Live)
Irish Trail announced that there will be no northside trains during the holiday weekend and runners of the 2023 Dublin Marathon will be impacted.
 
   80-year-old Peadar Nugent to compete in his 44th Dublin Marathon this weekend (Irish Mirror)
Peadar Nugent is one of 11 runners who have run in every edition of Dublin Marathon.
 
 News From: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   National Marathon Titles on the Line in Dublin (Athletics Ireland News)
The 2023 National Marathon Championships for Ireland will take place during the 2023 Dublin Marathon on Sunday, October 29.
 
Frankfurt Marathon
 News From: Sunday, October 29, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Kenya's Brimin Misoi breaks little sweat to defend his Frankfurt Marathon title (Pulse Sports)
Kenya's Brimin Misoi won the 2023 Frankfurt Marathon in 2:04:53.
 
Geneva Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   NORQAIN keeping time for Generali Geneve Marathon (Endurance.Biz)
The 2024 Geneva Marathon will partner with NORQAIN as the Official Timekeeper of the event.
 
Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
 News From: Saturday, October 28, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Record-Breaking and Olympic Dream-Chasing Day at the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon (CISION PR Newswire)
Lyle O'Brien won the 2023 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon in 2:15:41 while Rachel Hannah pulled won the women's race in 2:35:17.
 
 News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   The Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, half and 5K are this weekend. Here's what to know (IndyStar)
Here are the key information about the 2023 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon this Saturday, October 28.
 
Ljubljana Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Zinah Senbeta breaks Ljubljana Marathon course record (athletics.co.ke)
Ethiopia's Zinah Gerado Senbeta wont eh 2023 Ljubljana Marathon in 2:21.05, a course record.
 
Lubbock Mayor's Marathon
 News From: Thursday, October 26, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Runners ready for Lubbock Marathon after months of training (KCBD.com)
The 2023 Lubbock Marathon will be held this Sunday, October 29.
 
Mankato Marathon
 News From: Thursday, October 26, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Mankato Marathon brings positive economic impact (KEYC.com)
The 2023 Mankato Marathon on October 21 earned the city over one million dollars.
 
Marathon Popular de Valencia
 News From: Monday, October 30, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Kenenisa Bekele says his best is yet to come (Canadian Running)
Ethiopia's Kenenisa Bekele will run Valencia Marathon in December hoping to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics, perhaps his last.
 
 News From: Friday, October 27, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Tanzania's Gabriel Geay goes hunting for redemption in Valencia after Sydney disappointment (Pulse Sports)
Tanzania's Gabriel Geay will run the 2023 Valencia Marathon, after dropping out of the Sydney Marathon in September.
 
Marine Corps Marathon
 News From: Sunday, October 29, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Marine Corps Marathon Closes Early Due to Humid Weather: Runners Diverted to Finish Line (BollyInside)
The 2023 Marine Corps Marathon closed 1:15pm due to humidity.
 
 News From: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Marine Corps Marathon Organizers Monitor Unseasonably Warm Weather for Runner Safety (BollyInside)
Organizers of the Marine Corps Marathon update runners regularly on the warm weather, advising them to dress accordingly and stay hydrated.
 
Melbourne Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   The Melbourne woman who won the first marathon she'd ever run (coach.nine.com.au)
Gemma Maini won the women's race of the 2023 Melbourne Marathon on Sunday, October 15.
 
Nairobi Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 30, 2023
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Kigen, Chirchir crowned Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon champions (Michezo Africa)
Alphonce Kigen won the 2023 Nairobi Marathon in 2:10:18 while Evaline Chirchir won the women's race in 2:24:31.
 
New York City Marathon
 News From: Monday, October 30, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   World records at the New York City Marathon: When Beth Bonner and Grete Waitz ruled the streets of the Big Apple (Olympics News)
A summary of how women athletes have broken the course record at the New York City Marathon through the years.
 
 News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   NYC Marathon: Olympic, world record and marathon legends coming to Staten Island once again (silive.com)
Staten Island, where the starting line is located for the event, prepares to welcome runners of the 2023 New York City Marathon.
 
Odds And Ends
 News From: Friday, October 27, 2023
  Human Interest Story
   Nike unveils Eliud Kipchoge track and statue at major headquarters in Netherlands and Beaverton (Pulse Sports)
See the Eliud Kipchoge statue Nike unveiled at its headquarters.
 

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