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Daily 12 km run to school sparks New Zealand athlete's passion for ultramarathon

Daily 12 km run to school sparks New Zealand athlete's passion for ultramarathon

What started as a daily 12 km run home from school has fueled New Zealand athlete Demeter Kenton-Dau's passion for ultramarathons and taken her to the world's toughest races.
Olympic runner dropped by sponsor over low social media following

Olympic runner dropped by sponsor over low social media following

Chinese track star Wu Yanni eyes marathon after hurdles career

Chinese track star Wu Yanni eyes marathon after hurdles career

Marathons emerge as romantic getaways for international couples

Marathons emerge as romantic getaways for international couples

More than just sporting events, marathons in Vietnam are increasingly becoming unique settings where international couples create lasting memories.
June 18, 2025 | 02:00 pm GMT+7
Braving the heat, finding joy: International runners share Quy Nhon Marathon experiences

Braving the heat, finding joy: International runners share Quy Nhon Marathon experiences

International participants at the VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhon 2025 described the event, marked by coastal tropical heat, sea breezes, and local support, as a memorable experience
June 18, 2025 | 10:00 am GMT+7
83-year-old bricklayer completes 87 km ultramarathon in under 12 hours

83-year-old bricklayer completes 87 km ultramarathon in under 12 hours

South African runner Johannes Mosehla, 83, has broken his own record by becoming the oldest person to finish the Comrades Marathon, a nearly 90 km ultramarathon, in under 12 hours.
June 13, 2025 | 09:00 am GMT+7
High school runner, 16, stripped of title for celebrating with fire extinguisher

High school runner, 16, stripped of title for celebrating with fire extinguisher

Clara Adams, a student at North Salinas High School, California, was stripped of her title and disqualified from competition after celebrating her track victory by spraying a fire extinguisher on her shoes.
June 5, 2025 | 05:50 am GMT+7
Foreign runners impressed by VnExpress Marathon Ha Long’s scenery, atmosphere and organization

Foreign runners impressed by VnExpress Marathon Ha Long’s scenery, atmosphere and organization

After crossing the finish line, many international runners described the VnExpress Marathon Ha Long 2025 on June 1 as more than just a sporting event, but a journey through Vietnam’s landscapes and culture.
June 3, 2025 | 04:00 pm GMT+7
Former ramen shop owner, 69, runs marathons in all 47 prefectures of Japan

Former ramen shop owner, 69, runs marathons in all 47 prefectures of Japan

At 69 years old, Tomohiro Kaneko, a former ramen shop owner from Sakyo Ward in Kyoto, has completed a remarkable personal goal, which is completing marathons in all 47 prefectures of Japan.
June 1, 2025 | 07:00 pm GMT+7
VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhon 2025 unveils free race kit for participants

VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhon 2025 unveils free race kit for participants

Participants in the VnExpress Marathon (VM) Quy Nhon 2025 will receive a race kit including a cap, race shirt, medal. Those who complete the 21km or 42km distances will be awarded an exclusive finisher shirt.
May 27, 2025 | 06:00 pm GMT+7
Briton runs across Australia in 35 days to smash record

Briton runs across Australia in 35 days to smash record

A British athlete says he has set a new world record for running across Australia, notching up the equivalent of 90 marathons in 35 days.
May 21, 2025 | 07:29 am GMT+7
Vietnamese runner wins one of world's toughest 100 km trail marathons

Vietnamese runner wins one of world's toughest 100 km trail marathons

Vietnam's Luong Thi Loi claimed a stunning victory in the women's 100 km category of the Rinjani 100 ultramarathon on Indonesia's Lombok Island, one of the world's most challenging races.
May 19, 2025 | 01:12 pm GMT+7
The complicated doping ban of 2013 world athletics champion

The complicated doping ban of 2013 world athletics champion

Mohammed Aman, the 2013 world champion in the men's 800m run, has been handed a four-year doping ban, officially reinstated by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, nearly three years after being allowed to compete.
May 18, 2025 | 07:00 pm GMT+7
Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg frustrated after running 5 km in over 20 minutes

Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg frustrated after running 5 km in over 20 minutes

Meta CEO and billionaire Mark Zuckerberg expressed disappointment after failing to complete a 5 km run in under 20 minutes.
May 15, 2025 | 06:00 pm GMT+7
VnExpress Marathon Da Nang 2025 opens early entry registration with free T-shirt and race photo perks

VnExpress Marathon Da Nang 2025 opens early entry registration with free T-shirt and race photo perks

Super Early Bird registration is now open for the VnExpress Marathon Da Nang 2025, set to take place on July 20.
May 12, 2025 | 04:00 pm GMT+7
What is the best time to run?

What is the best time to run?

The best time to run, whether in the morning, at noon, or at night, depends on individual schedules and personal preferences.
May 4, 2025 | 07:00 pm GMT+7
10 runners banned for 3 years after urinating on school sign during China marathon

10 runners banned for 3 years after urinating on school sign during China marathon

Ten runners have been banned from competition for three years by China’s top athletics body after they were caught publicly urinating during the Suzhou Marathon 2025, sparking widespread outrage.
May 2, 2025 | 02:40 pm GMT+7
How to take a break from running, the right way

How to take a break from running, the right way

Taking a break from running can, in some cases, help improve your performance when you return to the track.
May 2, 2025 | 08:00 am GMT+7
How air quality affects runners

How air quality affects runners

Poor air quality can significantly impacts runner performance, particularly for elite athletes, according to researchers.
May 1, 2025 | 01:00 pm GMT+7
VnExpress Marathon offers 15% discount during Reunification Day holiday

VnExpress Marathon offers 15% discount during Reunification Day holiday

VnExpress Marathon is offering a 15% discount on registrations for its upcoming races in Ha Long and Quy Nhon during the Reunification Day holiday, giving runners the chance to save up to VND224,000 (US$8.61).
May 1, 2025 | 12:00 pm GMT+7
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