Olympics 2008 (Women)

Post-Race Review/ Results

Jo Pavey, who finished a disappointing twelfth at the Beijing Olympic due to a stomach bug, has evaluated her running career and will vie for a shot at the marathon distance for the 2012 London Olympic Marathon.

Pavey to switch her attention to marathons as she looks ahead to London Olympics

Kara Goucher, disappointed in her ninth place finish in the women's 5,000 meters at the 2008 Beijing games, will be next preparing for the marathon distance says her coach Alberto Salazar.  Americans Shalane Flanagan and Jennifer Rhines finished 10th and 14th respectively.

Goucher finishes ninth in women’s 5,000 … on to the marathon?

Human Interest Story

Paula Radcliffe's determination in the Olympic Marathon was removed this weekend and hopefully her effort and the medal effort of other Brits will be a springboard for the 2012 Games to be held in London.

Paula Radcliffe's display in the marathon puts her bravery beyond doubt

Constantina Tomescu-Dita, of Romania, won the gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games Marathon and

Olympics 2008 (Women) - Race Reviews