Most people, after running a marathon, would be more than happy to kick back with a beer and a medal. Not Matt Clayton. After crossing the Brighton Marathon finish line with a new personal best on April 6, 2025, Clayton decided he wasn’t done yet — not by a long shot. Instead of resting, he … Read more
If you’ve ever stood at the start line of the Boston Marathon, you know the electricity in the air is like nowhere else. It’s not just another race — it’s Boston. Whether you’re chasing a PR or simply chasing a dream, you’re lining up to cover the exact same 26.2 miles as the fastest runners … Read more
It’s probably the most challenging 26.2 miles to ace, but there is a way. Here’s how.
World record holder Ruth Chepngetich and defending champion Peres Jepchirchir have withdrawn from the 2025 London Marathon just one week before race day, reshaping the elite women’s field. Their absence sets the stage for a high-stakes rematch between Olympic champion Sifan Hassan and Tigist Assefa, the second-fastest marathoner of all time.
From Obiri vs. Beriso to Korir’s rise and the top Americans to watch, we break down every key storyline.
Whether you’re toeing the line in Hopkinton this year or dreaming of one day making the cut, the Boston Marathon holds a mystique unmatched in the running world. It’s steeped in history, layered in challenge, and wrapped in community pride. Here, we answer some of the most common—and most curious—questions about this legendary race. Our … Read more
The Big Idea Puma’s latest marathon shoe, the Fast-R Nitro Elite 3, claims to be the most significant super shoe innovation since Nike’s Vaporfly 4% revolutionized distance running in 2017. But in the super shoe arms race, innovation alone doesn’t win races — ecosystem, trust, and visibility do. Why It Matters The elite racing shoe … Read more
Boston turns into a runner’s paradise every April, and the 2025 Boston Marathon weekend is shaping up to be the most electrifying yet. With nearly every major running brand activating through pop-up stores, shakeout runs, cheer zones, panels, and parties, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options. That’s why we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide … Read more
On April 12, 2025, news spread across social media that caused widespread concern: reports claimed Sudanese middle-distance runner Abubaker Kaki Khamis had been killed during an artillery strike in Al Fasher, North Darfur. Thankfully, those reports were wrong. Sudanese journalist Elias Obanyi Makori quickly moved to correct the narrative, saying he had spoken directly with … Read more
Back in 2017, Nike’s Vaporfly 4% changed everything. Runners shaved minutes off their marathons, world records tumbled, and the idea of what a racing shoe could do was completely rewritten. Now, Puma is stepping into the spotlight with a bold claim of its own: their new Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 could be the most efficient … Read more
Strava’s recent acquisition of the Runna app—an AI-powered running coach—signals a major shift in fitness tech. As Strava expands its ecosystem by acquiring emerging apps, the question needs to be asked: is the company is creating a fitness tech monopoly in the endurance sports space?
Strava has officially announced its acquisition of Runna, the UK-based personalized running training app, marking a major shift in the digital fitness landscape. The deal, revealed on April 17, 2025, brings together Strava’s massive global community with one of the fastest-growing coaching platforms — a move likely to change how runners plan and track their … Read more
Grand Slam Track, the new pro league founded by Olympic icon Michael Johnson, continues to build its roster ahead of the Miami Slam, the second stop on its four-meet calendar. With six more high-profile “Challengers” announced—including Olympic medalists and rising stars—the May 2–4 event at Miramar’s Ansin Sports Complex is shaping up to be one … Read more
The Boston Marathon has changed dramatically in the last 30 to 40 years, but some things have remained the same–and that’s a good thing. Let’s call it tradition. The field is much bigger, the start time has moved from noon to mid-morning, there are far more female runners, footwear and fueling have made massive advances, … Read more
Our staff provide live coverage of the 2025 Boston Marathon, including moment-by-moment updates and insights of both the elite races and the experience of the first World Marathon Major of the year. Coverage begins Saturday March 1 at 6:30 p.m. ET (Sunday, March 2, 8:30 a.m. JST).
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