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Marathon/Running News: 9/23/21 - 9/30/21

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Akron Marathon
 News From: Sunday, September 26, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Winners of the Akron Marathon Race Series Announced (WTAM)
Nick Stricklen won the 2021 Akron Marathon in 2:25:07 while Teresa Ferguson won the women's race in 3:18:45.
 
Belfast City Marathon
 News From: Thursday, September 30, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Start line finally in sight for Belfast City Marathon (The Irish Times)
The 2021 Belfast City Marathon will be held on Sunday, October 3, with safety measures in place.
 
Berlin Marathon
 News From: Sunday, September 26, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Ethiopians Adola, Gebreslase Win BMW Berlin Marathon (Race Results Weekly)
Guye Adola won the 2021 Berlin Marathon in 2:05:45 while Gotytom Gebreslase won the women's race in 2:20:09.
 
 News From: Thursday, September 23, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Can Kenenisa Bekele break the world record in Berlin? (Canadian Running)
Here is an in-depth preview of the elite field of the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, September 26.
 
Boston Marathon
 News From: Thursday, September 30, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Danica Patrick Says Running the Boston Marathon Is 'Only Bucket List Item I Have' - How She Prepared (People)
Retired pro race car driver Danica Patrick will be run her debut marathon at the 2021 Boston Marathon.
 
 News From: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   What You Need To Know About the 2021 Boston Marathon (Boston Magazine)
All the pertinent information - parking, road closures, best places to watch and more - you need about the 2021 Boston Marathon on October 11.
 
 News From: Monday, September 27, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Boston Marathon paying tribute to 2-time Indigenous champion (Daily Union)
The 2021 Boston Marathon will honor will honor the legacy of the late Ellison "Tarzan" Brown, Boston's champion in 1936 and 1939.
 
 News From: Thursday, September 23, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Watch The Boston Marathon Live, October 11, On CBSBoston.com & WBZ-TV (CBS Boston)
The 2021 Boston Marathon on October 11 will have live coverage at CBSBoston.com and WBZ-TV.
 
Chicago Marathon
 News From: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Chicago Marathon Fans Can Watch The Race With Free Coffee, Pastries In Greektown (Block Club Chicago)
Spectators of the 2021 Chicago Marathon on October 10 can get prime viewing spot with free coffee and snacks in Greektown.
 
 News From: Monday, September 27, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Chicago Marathon Reveals 2021 Medal for Finishers as Race Returns to Start Line (NBC 5 Chicago)
Chicago Marathon has unveiled its 2021 medal for race finishers - see it here.
 
Clarence Demar Marathon
 News From: Sunday, September 26, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   In photos: 2021 Clarence DeMar Marathon (SEntinelSource.com)
A gallery of photos taken during the 2021 Clarence Demar Marathon on Sunday, September 26.
 
Colorado Springs Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Colorado Springs Marathon needs volunteers for weekend race (Forx 21 News)
The 2021 Colorado Springs Marathon, which remains scheduled to be held on Saturday, October 2, needs volunteers.
 
Eau Claire Marathon
 News From: Sunday, September 26, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   More than 2,000 runners take part in Eau Claire Marathon events (WEAU 13 News)
Adam Condit won the 2021 Eau Claire Marathon in 2:38.16 while Rachel Ragona won the women's race in 2:48.31.
 
Fargo Marathon
 News From: Sunday, September 26, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Fargo Marathon welcomes back runners after last year cancellation (KFGO)
Mark Messmer won the 2021 Fargo Marathon.
 
 News From: Saturday, September 25, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Colorado resident wins Fargo Marathon with 'rust buster' performance (In Forum)
Mark Messmer won the 2021 Fargo Marathon in 2:21:01.
 
Grandma's Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Registration for 2022 Grandma's Marathon Opens Friday (WJON)
Registration for the 2022 Grandma's Marathon on June 18 opens Friday, October 1.
 
Kenai River Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Youngren, Lewis win Kenai River Marathon events with big leads (KDLL)
Megan Youngren won the 2021 Kenai River Marathon women's race in 2:48:11 while Pedro Ochoa won the men's race in 3:10:28.
 
Knoxville Marathon
 News From: Thursday, September 30, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Five things to know about the Knoxville Marathon this weekend (Knox News)
Here are some pertinent information on the Knoxville Marathon this Sunday, October 3.
 
 News From: Friday, September 24, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Volunteers needed for Knoxville Marathon (KnoxTNToday.com)
The 2021 Knoxville Marathon remains scheduled to be held on October 3.
 
Lakefront Marathon
 News From: Thursday, September 30, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon returns Sunday. Don't confuse it with the canceled one. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
The 2021 Lakefront Marathon remains scheduled to be held this Sunday, October 3.
 
London Marathon
 News From: Thursday, September 30, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Women-Only World Record Not Likely for London Marathon, Says Kosgei (Race Results Weekly)
Although Brigid Kosgei's marathon personal best of 2:14:04 is nearly three minutes faster than the all-women's world record of 2:17:01, the 27 year-old Kenyan athlete doesn't see that as a goal for Sunday's Virgin Money London Marathon. Kosgei, who has won the last two editions of the London Marathon, said that the 57-day turnaround from her Olympic silver medal performance in Tokyo was simply too short to be in world record shape.
 
 News From: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Juicy Time Bonuses Could Spur Fast Times at Virgin Money London Marathon (Race Results Weekly)
The elite men competing at Sunday's 41st Virgin Money London Marathon will not only be competing for one of the most prestigious titles in all of road running, they will also be running for what will likely be the largest cash payout in all of athletics this year.
 
 News From: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Virgin Money London Marathon: who, what and when? (Athletics Weekly)
Here is a detailed comparison of elite runners in the 2021 London Marathon this Sunday, October 3.
 
 News From: Saturday, September 25, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   London Marathon 2022 ballot: How to enter next year's race (Metro)
Here are some information to prepare you for the 2022 London Marathon ballot.
 
Mankato Marathon
 News From: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Mankato Marathon looking for volunteers (KEYC News)
The 2021 Mankato Marathon on October 16 is seeking volunteers.
 
Marine Corps Marathon
 News From: Friday, September 24, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   2021 Marine Corps Marathon In-Person Events Canceled (NBC Washington)
The 2021 Marine Corps Marathon on October 31 was cancelled, due to coronavirus concerns.
 
Milwaukee Running Festival Marathon
 News From: Thursday, September 23, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Milwaukee Marathon Canceled Second Year In A Row (Urban Milwaukee)
The 2021 Milwaukee Marathon on October 23 was cancelled, due to coronavirus concerns.
 
Odds And Ends
 News From: Thursday, September 30, 2021
  Training/ Health
   Why do people run marathons? (BBC)
A detailed analysis of the various reasons - mental wellbeing, physical benefits and more - why people run marathons.
 
Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
 News From: Monday, September 27, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Preparations underway, COVID-19 protocols set for Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon (News 4 Oklahoma)
The 2021 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon remains scheduled to be held on Sunday, October 3, with safety measures in place.
 
 News From: Friday, September 24, 2021
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   2021 OKC Memorial Marathon back to the streets and in-person - Tulsa, Oklahoma (Eminetra)
The 2021 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon "Run To Remember" remains scheduled to be held on October 3.
 

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