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Kenyan runner sets record, wins $4,000 at Vietnam's first performance-based marathon

Kenyan runner sets record, wins $4,000 at Vietnam's first performance-based marathon

Kenedy Njogu Muhia of Kenya claimed victory and set the fastest marathon time ever recorded in Vietnam at the VnExpress Marathon (VM) Volvo All-Star in Hanoi on April 20.
Kenyan runner credits Vietnam race prizes for improving family's financial situation

Kenyan runner credits Vietnam race prizes for improving family's financial situation

'New Usain Bolt' runs 100m under 10 seconds twice

'New Usain Bolt' runs 100m under 10 seconds twice

Staying fit more important than running to lose weight: study

Staying fit more important than running to lose weight: study

A study conducted by the University of Virginia reveals that staying fit is more effective in reducing the risk of death than running to lose weight.
April 15, 2025 | 10:02 am GMT+7
Hue marathon wins praise from international runners for cultural perks and ideal conditions

Hue marathon wins praise from international runners for cultural perks and ideal conditions

International participants in the recent VnExpress Marathon Hue praised the event for its unique blend of athletic competition and cultural immersion.
April 14, 2025 | 11:00 am GMT+7
Australian runner and YouTuber arrested in Japan for drug trafficking

Australian runner and YouTuber arrested in Japan for drug trafficking

Matthew Fox, founder of media company Sweat Elite and popular YouTuber in the running community, was arrested in Osaka on Friday for violating Japan’s narcotics law.
April 12, 2025 | 04:31 pm GMT+7
China's half marathon for robots postponed due to strong winds

China's half marathon for robots postponed due to strong winds

The first robot half marathon in Beijing's Daxing District has been postponed by a week due to strong winds as humanoid robots may topple in the harsh weather.
April 11, 2025 | 02:49 pm GMT+7
Runners fly to North Korea for first post-Covid Pyongyang Marathon

Runners fly to North Korea for first post-Covid Pyongyang Marathon

Foreign amateur runners on Thursday flew out of Beijing for North Korea to race in the first Pyongyang Marathon in six years, an official travel agent said.
April 4, 2025 | 11:24 am GMT+7
How robots are preparing for half marathon in China

How robots are preparing for half marathon in China

Chinese robotics companies are gearing up their humanoid robots for a half marathon on April 13, with extensive training to fine-tune their capabilities.
April 3, 2025 | 05:56 am GMT+7
Chinese track and field beauty Wu Yanni becomes Asia's number 1

Chinese track and field beauty Wu Yanni becomes Asia's number 1

China's Wu Yanni has overtaken Japanese star Tanaka Yumi to become Asia's top-ranked female athlete in the 60m hurdles for the first time in her career.
March 30, 2025 | 10:00 am GMT+7
Chinese marathon rocked by controversial moment of couple's affection

Chinese marathon rocked by controversial moment of couple's affection

An affectionate moment between a middle-aged male runner and a young female companion at the 2025 Wuxi Marathon sparked controversy in China and even affected the stock market.
March 29, 2025 | 07:31 pm GMT+7
Chinese track and field beauty Wu Yanni admits Olympic medal not possible yet, aims to break more records

Chinese track and field beauty Wu Yanni admits Olympic medal not possible yet, aims to break more records

Wu Yanni, a star in Chinese track and field, has admitted that winning an Olympic medal is an ambitious goal that feels out of reach for now and instead focusing on breaking more records.
March 27, 2025 | 08:54 pm GMT+7
Olympic champion Ingebrigtsen testifies against father in abuse trial

Olympic champion Ingebrigtsen testifies against father in abuse trial

Double Olympic champion runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen took the stand Tuesday at the trial of his father - who is charged with abusing the sports star and his sister - portraying a controlling and manipulative parent.
March 26, 2025 | 10:49 am GMT+7
Chinese track and field beauty Wu Yanni sparks criticism despite setting national record

Chinese track and field beauty Wu Yanni sparks criticism despite setting national record

Wu Yanni's failure in the semifinal of the world championships despite setting a national record in the women's 60m hurdles has sparked a heated debate in China.
March 25, 2025 | 09:37 pm GMT+7
Transgender athlete’s dominating victory in girls’ track event sparks US backlash

Transgender athlete’s dominating victory in girls’ track event sparks US backlash

Aayden “Ada” Gallagher, a transgender student-athlete from McDaniel High School in Portland, Oregon, has ignited widespread controversy after winning the girls’ 200 m and 400 m races, setting season records in both events.
March 23, 2025 | 11:38 am GMT+7
New Zealand runner, 15, becomes youngest to break four-minute mile

New Zealand runner, 15, becomes youngest to break four-minute mile

New Zealand middle-distance prodigy Sam Ruthe has become the youngest athlete ever to run a sub-four-minute mile, with the 15-year-old saying it was "one of the nicest feelings ever".
March 21, 2025 | 06:38 am GMT+7
18-year-old runner disqualified for pushing opponent before finish line

18-year-old runner disqualified for pushing opponent before finish line

Mario Palencia, considered one of Spain's most promising athletes, pushed his rival from behind and was disqualified at the 2025 Spanish U20 Indoor Championships.
March 20, 2025 | 07:59 am GMT+7
17-year-old track runner holds rally after getting assault charge for hitting opponent's head with baton

17-year-old track runner holds rally after getting assault charge for hitting opponent's head with baton

Alaila Everett, a Virginia runner seen striking an opponent with a baton during a championship track meet, held a rally outside of her high school to deny her wrongdoings despite getting caught on camera.
March 18, 2025 | 01:13 pm GMT+7
Day in the life of 97-year-old woman who loves exercising

Day in the life of 97-year-old woman who loves exercising

Every day, Nguyen Thi Huynh goes on a run twice, helps with housework, meditates and even hits the gym, a routine that has made her an inspiration in her community.
March 15, 2025 | 03:00 pm GMT+7
Hanoi to host Vietnam's 1st performance-based entry marathon

Hanoi to host Vietnam's 1st performance-based entry marathon

Hà Nội The VnExpress Marathon Volvo All-Star 2025, scheduled for April 20 in Hanoi, will mark the first marathon in Vietnam to implement performance-based entry standards.
March 7, 2025 | 03:50 pm GMT+7
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