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

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News From: Monday, October 30, 2023
	Chicago Marathon
		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.
	Dublin Marathon
		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.
	Marathon Popular de Valencia
		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.
	Nairobi Marathon
		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
		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.
	Spice Coast Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Trupti Katkar Chavan, Jose Ellickal win Kochi Spice Coast Marathon (The New Indian Express) Jose Ellickal won the 2023 Spice Coast Marathon while Trupti Katkar Chavan won the women's race.
News From: Sunday, October 29, 2023
	Beijing Int'l Marathon
		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.
	Frankfurt Marathon
		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.
	Marine Corps Marathon
		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: Saturday, October 28, 2023
	Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
		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: Friday, October 27, 2023
	Marathon Popular de Valencia
		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.
	Odds And Ends
		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.
		Training/ Health
		2 yoga exercises for strong toes (Canadian Running) These simple exercises strengthen the toes for comfortable running and easy propulsion.
	Space Coast Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Tendulkar to flag off Kochi Spice Coast Marathon on Sunday (Telangana Today) The 2023 Spice Coast Marathon will be held this Sunday, October 29, with over 6,000 participants in all distances.
News From: Thursday, October 26, 2023
	Dublin Marathon
		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.
	Lubbock Mayor's Marathon
		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
		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.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Eliud Kipchoge on how 'super shoes' work and why they are essential in marathon running (Pulse Sports) Eliud Kipchoge explained that the new 'super shoes' take care of the muscles by preventing direct impact from the tarmac.
		Human Interest Story
		Canadian athletics community mourns the loss of coach Hugh Cameron (Canadian Running) Legendary distance running coach Hugh Cameron, 80, passed away after his nearly 50-year coaching career.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		World Athletics launches tracking tool for Olympic qualification (Canadian Running) World Athletics introduced a new online tool called "Road to Paris 2024" that provides athletes, media and fans information on qualifying athletes.
News From: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
	Dublin Marathon
		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.
	Marine Corps Marathon
		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.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Short runs still have major health benefits, research says (Canadian Running) Multiple studies show that a short run still has positive effects on physical and mental health of the runner.
News From: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
	Auckland Marathon
		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.
	Berlin Marathon
		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
		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.
	Geneva Marathon
		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
		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.