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

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Akron Marathon
	News From: Thursday, September 27, 2007
		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.
Beirut International Marathon
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		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
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		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.
	News From: Sunday, September 30, 2007
		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.
	News From: Saturday, September 29, 2007
		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.
	News From: Thursday, September 27, 2007
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		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.
		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.
Boston Marathon
	News From: Thursday, September 27, 2007
		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.
Boulder Backroads Marathon
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		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.
	News From: Friday, September 28, 2007
		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.
Chicago Marathon
	News From: Sunday, September 30, 2007
		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.
Detroit International Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, September 26, 2007
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Get Ready, Get Set, Get Familiar With Course At Detroit Free Press Marathon (Detroit Free Press) There will be one minor and one major change because of construction on the Fisher Freeway service drive in Mexicantown.
Dublin Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, September 25, 2007
		Human Interest Story
		Friends Heading To Dublin For Marathon (Downers Grove) Downers Grove residents Bob Burgdorfer, Randy Olsen, Renee Wright and Jay Wright warm up at Downers Grove North high school as part of their marathon training. The four will be racing in the Dublin Marathon Oct. 29.
Fox Cities Marathon
	News From: Monday, September 24, 2007
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Start And Finish Lines For Next Years Fox Cities Marathon To Be Decided Later (Post Crescent) The reversed course worked really well this year. Participants, runners and law enforcement liked it.
		Landgraff, Albert Take Late Leads En Route To Fox Cities Marathon Wins (Gannett News Service) In the women's division, Patricia Albert of Phelps, N.Y., erased a 1-minute deficit over the final 3 miles to edge Mary Erickson of Onalaska by 6 seconds, winning in 3:20:29.
Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, September 26, 2007
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		A1A Marathon Changes Name For Closer Kinship With Fort Lauderdale (Sun-Sentinel) For the first time in its young history, the third annual marathon, set for Feb. 17, has attached itself to the city where most of the 26.2-mile course lies, by adding Fort Lauderdale to its title.
General Running (Non-Specific)
	News From: Tuesday, September 25, 2007
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Radcliffe Glad To Finally Be Back On Newcastle Road That Leads To Beijing (Guardian Unlimited) She has chosen this event because of its exposure and stature to ensure that she gets the best out of her current physical condition.
Houston Marathon
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		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
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		Human Interest Story
		Jamaica's Reggae Marathon (Opodo) Brief information on the marathon taking place in December.
Lake Tahoe Marathon
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		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.
		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.
	News From: Friday, September 28, 2007
		Training/ Health
		Lake Tahoe Marathon Runners Should Be Mindful Of Effects Of High Altitude (Nevada Appeal) Article on the impact of altitude on running.
	News From: Wednesday, September 26, 2007
		Human Interest Story
		Lake Tahoe Marathon: What's Ahead For The Week (Tahoe Daily Tribune) Schedule of shorter races and link to information on how to register, among other things, for these and the marathon.
New Denver Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, September 25, 2007
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		5 Questions for Dave McGillivray, Race Director of the Denver Marathon (Rocky Mountain News) Comments on the race overall.
New York City Marathon
	News From: Thursday, September 27, 2007
		Human Interest Story
		Twins To Run NY Marathon (Grantham Journal) Sam and Liam Byott will be running to raise money for Children with Leukaemia.
	News From: Monday, September 24, 2007
		Human Interest Story
		Marathon Marketers Go Extra Mile En Route To '08 Olympics in NYC (Brand Week) A marketing push will encompass both the Olympic trials on Nov. 3 and the ING NYC Marathon on Nov. 4.
Odds And Ends
	News From: Monday, October 1, 2007
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		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.
		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.