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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.
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.
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.
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
	News From: Friday, September 1, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Here's how many millions of dollars Flying Pig Marathon generates (Local 12) The 2023 Flying Pig Marathon in May created an economic impact of up to $22 million, a 16% increase over its previous top figure.
Comrades Marathon (88km)
	News From: Sunday, September 3, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Up run or down run? The 2024 Comrades Marathon direction has been confirmed (IOL) The 2024 Comrades Marathon will be an up run, according to the Comrades Marathon Association.
Dingle Marathon
	News From: Monday, September 4, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Dingle Marathon: Sunshine spectacular sights and so many friends get together (KilarneyToday.com) A gallery of photos taken during the 2023 Dingle Marathon on Saturday, September 2.
		See pictures of lovely West Kerry as Dingle Marathon rolls around once again (Independent.ie) Donal Moran won the 2023 Dingle Marathon in 2:43:19 while Aisling O'Connor won the women's race in 3:17:27.
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.
Gold Coast Airport Marathon
	News From: Monday, September 4, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Camryn Lloyd diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis after spending two months in coma since GC Marathon collapse (7news.com.au) Camryn Lloyd, who collapsed during the 2023 Gold Coast Marathon in July, was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, a condition where muscles become damaged from overuse and release their contents contaminating the bloodstream.
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.
Hong Kong Marathon
	News From: Sunday, September 3, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Hong Kong Marathon 2024: Everything To Know About The Event (Augustman) Here is a complete guide to the 2024 Hong Kong Marathon on January 21.
	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.
Kauai Marathon
	News From: Monday, September 4, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Japan marathoners win Kaua'i Marathon (The Garden Island) Shinya Ohashi won the 2023 Kaua'i Marathon while Mirai Honma won the women's race.
	News From: Friday, September 1, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Wilcox Health going to Kaua'i Marathon (The Garden Island) Wilcox Health presents the 2023 Kaua'i Marathon Sports and Fitness Expo and offers skin cancer screening, physical therapists to answer questions, photo booths and more.
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, September 4, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Thousands disqualified from Mexican Marathon for cheating (Marca) 11,000 runners were disqualified for cheating at the 2023 Mexico City Marathon on August 27.
	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.
Munster Marathon
	News From: Monday, September 4, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Charles Muneria breaks Munster Marathon course record (Athletics News) Kenya's Charles Yosei Muneria won the 2023 Munster Marathon in record-breaking 2:09.07.
		Rebecah Cherop wins Munster Marathon (Athletics Weekly) Kenya's Rebecah Jeruto Cherop won the 2023 Munster Marathon in 2:29.12.
		Volksbank Munster Marathon 2023: A Comprehensive Look at Results and Top Performances (trackalerts.com) Kenyan Charles Muneria won the 2023 Munster Marathon in 2:09:07 while Kenyan Rebecca Jeruto won the women's race in 2:29:13.
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: Sunday, September 3, 2023
		Training/ Health
		3 easy steps to more relaxed running form (Canadian Running) Practice these 3 steps to a more relaxed running form and a smoother run.
		3 powerful lessons all runners can take away from UTMB (Canadian Running) All runners can learn from these lessons at the 2023 Ultra-trail du Mont Blanc.
		How Technology Is Changing Marathon Training (MakeUseOf.com) Here are the latest tech gadgets that help marathon runners during training, during the run itself and while recovering from a run.
	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.