Timeless Wisdom From Our Three Philosopher-Kings: George Sheehan, Haruki Murakami, And Eliud Kipchoge

In a Marathon Handbook podcast shortly after Eliud Kipchoge’s recent New York City Marathon, Alex Cyr noted that many consider Kipchoge a philosopher-king of running.  I certainly do—especially when I recall a comment Kipchoge made after his stunning 1:59:40 marathon in 2019. Most people, after achieving something extraordinary, might say, “Next, I’m going to Disney World.” Not … Read more

8 Things We Learned From A Deep Dive of the 2025 NYC Marathon Data

The 2025 New York City Marathon didn’t just return to its throne as the world’s largest marathon, it did so with record-breaking authority. In his exhausting analysis of race data, running statistician Brian Rock (@RunninwithRock) unpacked everything from the demographics of finishers to the surprising patterns behind Boston Qualifiers, revealing a marathon that’s not only … Read more

Lucy Scott Becomes Youngest Runner to Complete All Seven World Marathon Majors

When Lucy Scott crossed the finish line of the New York City Marathon on November 2, 2025, she made marathon history. At just 20 years old, the University of Nottingham history student became the youngest person ever to complete all seven Abbott World Marathon Majors, a feat that even many lifelong runners never achieve. Scott, … Read more

Track and Field Executive Continued Working for Months After Child Sexual Abuse Charges

Daniel Bowdoin, a senior executive at one of the most prominent timing and results companies in U.S. track and field, continued working in the sport for nearly a year after being charged with multiple counts of child sexual abuse in Oregon. Court records from Marion County show that Bowdoin was charged on November 27, 2024, … Read more

President Trump Pardons Trail Runner For Cutting Switchback

President Donald Trump has pardoned mountain runner Michelino Sunseri, who was convicted earlier this year for running on a closed section of trail during a record-setting attempt on Wyoming’s Grand Teton. The case, which drew national attention from trail runners and lawmakers alike, had become a flashpoint for debates over government overreach and the limits … Read more

How Much Does A NYC Marathon Finisher Medal Cost… On EBay?

Within hours of the 2025 New York City Marathon wrapping up, finisher medals began appearing for sale online. A quick look at eBay shows that the shiny, gold-toned Abbott World Marathon Majors medal, handed to every runner who conquered the five boroughs on November 2, now has a small but active resale market. Recent listings … Read more

IOC Expected to Ban Transgender Women From Female Olympic Categories by 2026

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) appears poised to impose a blanket ban on transgender women competing in female categories, with insiders expecting a new policy to be in place within the next six to twelve months, potentially before the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sources told The Guardian, The Telegraph, and the BBC that IOC president … Read more

Two Runners Identified After Deaths at Indianapolis Monumental Marathon

Two runners died after suffering unrelated medical emergencies during the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon on Saturday, organizers confirmed. The race’s organizing group, Beyond Monumental, said both participants received immediate medical attention from on-site teams and local first responders before being transported to nearby hospitals, where they were later pronounced dead. “Beyond Monumental and our partners extend … Read more

Here’s how to get into each of the 7 Abbott World Major Marathons

For many runners, earning a place at one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors is the ultimate bucket-list achievement. These seven races, Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City, attract hundreds of thousands of hopefuls every year, yet only a fraction make it to the start line. Each event has its own … Read more

Eliud Kipchoge Meets Former US President Barack Obama, And Gifts Him His Shoes

Eliud Kipchoge’s long-held wish to meet his hero, Barack Obama, finally came true this week in Washington, D.C., and the Kenyan marathon legend arrived with a deeply personal gift. The two-time Olympic champion presented the former U.S. president with a signed pair of Nike Alphafly 3s, the same model he wore during his fifth victory … Read more