Marathon/Running News: 9/24/07 - 10/1/07

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News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
	Beirut International Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		The Beirut Marathon Set For November 18, 2007 (The Daily Star) The Beirut Marathon organizers look forward to a successful event and at the same time chase political goals in trying times. The marathon is also an effort to bring Lebanese of differing religious and political backgrounds together in a time of deep divisions that have paralyzed the country and, at times, spilled over into violence. The 2007 marathon will attract competitive runners, as elite athletes from across the Arab world and North Africa.
	Berlin Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Gebrselassie Sets Marathon Mark (Edmonton Sun) After six failed attempts, and as people thought age might be catching up to him, the 34-year-old Ethiopian delivered at the Berlin Marathon. He set his 25th world record in two hours four minutes 26 seconds.
		Berlin Buzzing As Gebrselassie Smashes World Marathon Mark (Guardian Unlimited) Haile Gebrselassie yesterday emulated one of his Ethiopian heroes, Abebe Bikila, when he broke the marathon world record by an incredible 29 seconds in Berlin.
		Gebrselassie Lowers Marathon World Record to 2:04:26 (Sign On San Diego) Ethiopia's Haile Gebrselassie took advantage of a perfect course and ideal conditions to set a world record at the Berlin Marathon.
	Boulder Backroads Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Rudolph nabs Boulder Marathon title (Daily Camera) Johannes Rudolph won the Boulder Marathon in 2:56:44. Laura Bruess ran a 3:13:49 to win the women's division of the marathon for the third time, adding to her victories from 2002 and 2003.
	Houston Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		2008 Houston Marathon Already Sold Out (Business Journal) For the third consecutive year, the two annual road races have sold out -- even with an additional 2,000 participants allowed this year. Race day is set for Jan. 13, 2008.
	Jamaica Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Jamaica's Reggae Marathon (Opodo) Brief information on the marathon taking place in December.
	Lake Tahoe Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Skynrod misses goal but wins Tahoe Triple (Tahoe Daily Tribune) Lynryd Skynrod was hoping to set the world record for three marathons on three consecutive days. Skynrod ran the first leg of the triple in 2:39, but his 3:09 on day three place the record out of reach.
		Weather doesn't slow down two-time Torres at Lake Tahoe Marathon (Tahoe Daily Tribune) Despite snow at the start line for the first time in Lake Tahoe Marathon history, Tony Torres had no trouble defending his title and becoming the third back-to-back winner of the Lake Tahoe Marathon. Rebecca Eckland had the fastest time for a woman, but did not win the prize as she did not run with the elite division which started thirty minutes in front of the main field. Amy Jenkinson of Palo Alto won the elite women's division.
	Odds And Ends
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		American Kara Goucher Takes On Paula Radcliife and Wins! (The Times Online) The 2007 Great North Run was abuzz with return champions and stunning upsets. The women's race was notable with the return of World Record Holder Paula Radcliffe making her long-awaited return from motherhood and injury. Although Radcliffe ran one of the fastest half marathons this year, she lost to American track star Kara Goucher who was debuting in the half marathon distance. Goucher won with a 66:57. Radcliffe was runner-up with a 67:53. In the men's race, Martin Lel defeated Half Marathon World Record Holder, Sammy Wanjiru in a final 200 meter kick. Lel finished with a 60:10.
		Radcliffe Unsure of Next Step after Great North Run (Sporting Life UK) Disappointed with a loss at the Great North Run, Paula Radcliffe insists that the Beijing Olympics are the big picture focus, and mulls over what races to tackle next. Among other requirements, Radcliffe will need to run a marathon to qualify for the UK Beijing Olympics team.
	Toronto Waterfront Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Runner collapses at Toronto Waterfront Marathon (Toronto Star) Just minutes into the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, a participant collapsed without vital signs and was taken to the hospital. Participants died in the race in the previous two years.
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Marathon record may put Toronto on world stage (The Globe and Mail) Kenyan John Kelai ran a 2:09:30 at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon to post the fastest marathon time ever run on Canadian soil. The results move the Toronto Waterfront Marathon into the club of marathons with a sub-2:10 record.
	Twin Cities Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		STAR Invites Students To Help Make Posters for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon (University of St Thomas) Meet at the arches at 8:30 a.m. to start creating your sign and enjoy a bagel. The runners will begin passing the arches around 9:30 a.m.
	Wineglass Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Winners run away with it at Wineglass Marathon (Star-Gazette) Chris Byler won his first-ever marathon at the Wineglass Maratho in a time of 2:40:17. Natalie Goyer of Saint Bruno, Quebec, finished in 2:52:51 to place second overall and as first female.
News From: Sunday, September 30, 2007
	Berlin Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		2:04:26 World Record for Gebrselassie in Berlin (Race Results Weekly) Gete Wami defended her women's title, winning in 2:23:17, well ahead of Germany's marathon debutant Irina Mikitenko, who took second in 2:24:49.
	Chicago Marathon
		Training/ Health
		Chicago Marathon - 30 years on the run (Daily Herald) In 1977, people who ran marathons were a different breed. Organizers of Chicago's first marathon in 1977 drew over four thousand participants. Many came without proper training, proper shoes and the know-how to run the distance. Today, the participants who will take on the 2007 Chicago Marathon course are equipt with the latest gear and a savvy about the sport.
	Odds And Ends
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Radcliffes return derailed by debutante Goucher Great North Run report (IAAF) In her return to road racing after a twenty-one month absence, Paula Radcliffe's comeback resulted in a second-place finish (1:07:53) to Kara Goucher (1:06:57). Goucher, in her first race over 10K, ran the fastest half-marathon time ever clocked by an American. Martin Lel was the overall victor in 1:01:10, beating half-marathon world record holder Sammy Wanjiru (1:01:18).
		Goucher Upsets Radcliffe at Great North Run (Race Results Weekly) Goucher, the bronze medallist in the 10,000m at last month's world championships, pulled away from the Briton over the second half of the race, clocking 1:06:57.
	Toronto Waterfront Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Kenyan smashes Canadian marathon mark at Toronto Waterfront Marathon (CBC Sports) John Kelai won the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon Sunday in 2:09:30, the fastest time ever run on Canadian soil and setting a new course record by forty-three seconds. Rono finished a close second in 2:09:36, while Ethiopia's Kasime Adilo was third in 2:10:20. Ethiopia's Asha Gigi won the women's race in 2:33:16, a course record for women. She was followed by Poland's Malgorzata Sobanska (2:34:21) and Russia's Alevtina Biktimirova (2:34:54).
News From: Saturday, September 29, 2007
	Berlin Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		With Cautious Optimism, Gebrselassie Ready for Another WR Attempt in Berlin (Race Results Weekly) The Ethiopian's chief opposition appears to be Kenyan Philip Manyim, the winner in 2005. But to remain competitive, Manyim admitted that he'll only be a factor if the first half doesn't transpire too quickly.
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		Ritzenhein Becomes a Father (Race Results Weekly) One of America's top contenders in the Nov. 3 Olympic Trials marathon, Dathan Ritzenhein, became a father for the first time.
News From: Friday, September 28, 2007
	Boulder Backroads Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Boulder Marathon Expects About 2,000 Entrants (Daily Camera) Jeff Mason bought the Boulder Backroads Marathon this year, renamed the event the Boulder Marathon, and added a 5K on Saturday.
	Lake Tahoe Marathon
		Training/ Health
		Lake Tahoe Marathon Runners Should Be Mindful Of Effects Of High Altitude (Nevada Appeal) Article on the impact of altitude on running.
	Soweto Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Get fit For Soweto Marathon (Joburg) Information on the race and course is given.
	Toronto Waterfront Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Waterfront Marathon On The Rise (The Globe and Mail) The elite runners, including defending champion Daniel Rono of Kenya and Alevtina Biktimirova of Russia who was sixth in last year's Boston marathon, are chasing part of more than $100,000 in prize money - $15,000 each to the top man and top woman - plus new bonuses amounting to $20,000 for new Canadian all-comers records for men and for women.
News From: Thursday, September 27, 2007
	Akron Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Akron Marathon Wins Race For 2008 Event (Beacon Journal) Akron has been chosen to host the 2008 USA Women's 8K Championship. Hosting the women's race helps pad the city's resume when it comes to the possibility of hosting even bigger running events in the future.
	Berlin Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Haile's Marathon Dream Goal In Berlin: 2:03:00 (IAAF) Gebrselassie intends to break the World record, held by his big rival and friend Paul Tergat. The Kenyan ran 2:04:55 hours four years ago in Berlin.
		Gebrselassie Chasing Marathon Record In Berlin; Wami After Jackpot (Canadian Press) Some other contenders in the men's race include 2005 champion Philip Manyim of Kenya and Bernard Barmasai, the former world record holder in the steeplechase.
	Boston Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Living Center Selected as a Boston Marathon Charity (Bay Windows) The Boston Athletic Association, which organizes the Boston Marathon, selected the Boston Living Center as one of its 24 official charities for the next three years, making it the only HIV/AIDS charity selected for the program.