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Marathon/Running News: 10/17/23 - 10/24/23

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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
  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.
 
  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.
 
 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.
 
 New York City Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   NYC Marathon: Olympic, world record and marathon legends coming to Staten Island once again (silive.com)
Staten Island, where the starting line is located for the event, prepares to welcome runners of the 2023 New York City Marathon.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Training/ Health
   Hot tub offers similar benefits to running, say researchers (Canadian Running)
In a study, researchers found that a half hour soak in a hot tub has the same benefits as going for a 30-minute run.
 
 Safaricom Kisumu Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   How Peres Jepchirchir 'accidentally' made her debut over the marathon (Pulse Sports)
Peres Jepchirchir only learned that she had to run the marathon at the 2013 Kisumu Safaricom Marathon because the 10K race is only for the locals.
 
News From: Monday, October 23, 2023
 Abingdon Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Abingdon marathon attracts more than 700 runners this year (Oxford Mail)
Alex Teuten won the 2023 Abingdon Marathon in 2:19:22 while Charlie Metcalfe won the women's race in 2:56:06.
 
 Beachy Head Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   In Pictures: The 2023 Beachy Head Marathon weekend (Sussex World)
A gallery of photos taken during the 2023 Beachy Head Marathon on Saturday, October 21.
 
 Chicago Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Eliud Kipchoge explains why he was delighted after Kelvin Kiptum broke his record (Pulse Sports)
Eliud Kipchoge said he was not surprised about the record-breaking run and looks forward to more.
 
 Dong-A Ilbo Gyeongju International Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Marathon rookie Dagnachewu outpaces Kenyan athletes (The Dong-A Ilbo)
Isma Antenayehu Dagnachewu of Ethiopia won the 2023 Dong-A Ilbo Gyeongju International Marathon in 2:11:31.
 
 Ljubljana Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Zinah Senbeta breaks Ljubljana Marathon course record (athletics.co.ke)
Ethiopia's Zinah Gerado Senbeta wont eh 2023 Ljubljana Marathon in 2:21.05, a course record.
 
 Melbourne Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   The Melbourne woman who won the first marathon she'd ever run (coach.nine.com.au)
Gemma Maini won the women's race of the 2023 Melbourne Marathon on Sunday, October 15.
 
 Olympics 2024 (Women)
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   How six-year-old daughter is motivating Jepchirchir for second successive Olympic title (Pulse Sports)
Peres Jepchirchir is inspired by her 6-year old daughter to retain her Olympic Marathon title.
 
News From: Sunday, October 22, 2023
 Amsterdam Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Amsterdam Marathon 2023: The Dutch canal city of new personal best times (SportsGazette)
Kenya's Joshua Belet won the 2023 Amsterdam Marathon in 2:04:18 while Ethiopia's Meseret Belete won the women's race in 2:18:21.
 
 Moncton Legs for Literacy Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Wind and rain are no match for Legs for Literacy runners (CTV News Atlantic)
The 2023 Legs for Literacy Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, October 22.
 
 New York City Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Daylight Saving 2023: Why some NYC Marathon runners love falling back 1 hour (NJ.com)
Runners of the 2023 New York City Marathon enjoys an extra hour, thanks to the end of the daylight savings time hours before the race.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Human Interest Story
   Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge named UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador (Pulse Sports)
Kenya's marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge was appointed UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Sports Integrity and Values.
 
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Pan American Games 2023: Peru's Cristhian Pacheco and Mexico's Citlali Cristian claim marathon titles in Santiago (Olympics News)
Peru's Cristhian Pacheco won the 2023 Pan American Games Marathon in 2:11:14 while Mexico's Citlali Cristian won the women's race in 2:27:12.
 
 Suffolk County Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Suffolk County Marathon brings hundreds of runners to the South Shore (News 12 Logn Island)
Thomas Woolway won the 2023 Suffolk County Marathon in 2:44:50.
 
 Venice Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Uganda's Mutai successfully defends Wizz Air Venice Marathon title with new record (Kawowo Sports)
Solomon Mutai of Uganda won the 2023 Venice Marathon in 2:07:40 while Rebbeca Tanui of Kenya won the women's race in 2:25:34.
 
News From: Friday, October 20, 2023
 Kansas City Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Kansas City's largest annual race event takes place Saturday (KCTV5)
The 2023 Kansas City Marathon will be held this Saturday, October 21.
 
 Ljubljana Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Ljubljana Marathon Beckons: Thousands Prepare for WA Gold Label Showdown (trackalerts.com)
The 2023 Ljubljana Marathon will be held this Sunday, October 22, with a fast elite fields.
 
 Marathon Hamburg
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Marathoner Bernard Koech opens up on how alcohol left him broke and gained him many enemies (Pulse Sports)
Bernard Koech, reigning Marathon Hamburg champion, talked about how he overcame alcohol addiction.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   8 post-race reflection questions for every runner (Canadian Running)
Here are some post-race questions to ask to become a better runner.
 
 Run in Lyon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Run in Lyon Race 2023 Edition: A Festival of Running in the Heart of Gastronomy and Culture (This Is Lyon)
The 2023 Run in Lyon is set this Sunday, October 22.
 
 Twin Cities Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Twin Cities Marathon to offer full refund to runners (CBS News Minnesota)
Twin Cities Marathon will offer full refund to athletes after its 2023 event was cancelled due to the heat.
 
News From: Thursday, October 19, 2023
 Chicago Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Kelvin Kiptum: The remarkable 300km per week training regime of the marathon world record holder (Olympics News)
Coach Gervais Hakizimana revealed what a week of training looks like for Kelvin Kiptum.
 

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