2024 Philadelphia half marathon: Entry, route, and landmarks

1 month ago

Half marathon athletes race through Chengmai's millennia of history

Participants join the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon held on Sunday morning in Hainan's Laocheng Science and Technology New City. In Hainan province's Laocheng Science and Technology New City, the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon attracted about 10,000 runners on a voyage through Chengmai county, steeped in a thousand years of history. With the crack of the starting gun, runners surged through …

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1 month ago

Half marathon athletes race through Chengmai's millennia of history

China Daily

Participants join the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon held on Sunday morning in Hainan's Laocheng Science and Technology New City. In Hainan province's Laocheng Science and Technology New City, the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon attracted about 10,000 runners on a voyage through Chengmai county, steeped in a thousand years of history. With the crack of the starting gun, runners surged through …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

'If Trump can run, so can you!': The 20 funniest signs from this year's New York Marathon

Daily Mail

Marathon Sunday has come and gone in New York City - and this year's edition was one of the largest in the race's history. The last of the World Marathon Majors, the New York City Marathon has become a cultural institution within the Big Apple ever since its inception in 1970. The New York City Marathon Just one of the …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

How to register for the New York City Marathon in 2025

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

New York City Marathon 2024: When is it and where to watch the runners

The Independent

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2 months ago

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades

China Daily

China's marathon events are experiencing a surge, with over 699 road running events held nationwide in 2023, involving 6 million participants. The sport has evolved significantly since its humble beginnings, becoming a platform for health, fitness, and social interaction. Marathon races have adapted to new situations, offering various options for participants of different abilities and interests.

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2 months ago

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades

China Daily

China's marathon scene is experiencing a remarkable evolution, with the number of participants and events steadily increasing. From a few hundred to tens of thousands, the marathons have become a microcosm of the country's growing health consciousness. The sport has also become a platform for performance art, providing a way for people to release stress and socialize. The marathons continue …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Thousands flock to Ningxia Helan half-marathon

China Daily

The 2024 Ningxia Helan Mountain East Foothill Wine Region Half-Marathon took place on Monday, with 6,000 enthusiasts from across China making their way through the vineyard course. Runners at the starting line for the 2024 Ningxia Helan Mountain East Foothill Wine Region Half-Marathon For the first time, the race was included as one of the main events of the 4th …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Boston Marathon lowers qualifying times for most prospective runners for 2026 race

Associated Press

BOSTON — Runners hoping to qualify for the 2026 Boston Marathon are going to have to pick up the pace. The Boston Athletic Association has updated its qualifying times for the world’s oldest annual marathon, asking most prospective competitors to run a 26.2-mile race five minutes faster than in recent years to earn a starting number. “Every time the BAA …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Explore the Paris marathon route from your home

The Hindu

This story is best viewed in a browser. The path, same as the one that women in the 18th century took to the King Louis XVI’s palace demanding reforms, is a powerful reminder of the March of Versailles, a key moment from the French Revolution. Joined by men, between 6,000 and 7,000 Parisians marched from Paris to Versailles to bring …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 promises to ‘revolutionise’ the Games’ experience

The Hindu

In the history of the Olympic Games, the show-piece event in its modern avatar of 128 years has never been so inclusive as far as connecting with the masses is concerned. Accordingly, under ‘Marathon for All,’ Paris 2024 Organising Committee has selected 48048 people, with equal number of men and women, from France and abroad to give them a unique …

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7 months, 1 week ago

A beginners guide to running a half marathon, according to experts

The Independent

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

London Marathon receives record number of applications for 2025 race

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8 months, 1 week ago

Shanghai Half Marathon gets ready to gun off

China Daily

The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area. The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area, with 15,000 runners participating. With a total distance of 21.0975 kilometers, this year's route covers scenic spots, including …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Shanghai Half Marathon gets ready to gun off

China Daily

The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area. The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area, with 15,000 runners participating. With a total distance of 21.0975 kilometers, this year's route covers scenic spots, including …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Boston Marathon 2024 prize money: How much will winners get?

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9 months ago

Record-breaking 2024 Wuxi Marathon celebrates 10 years of running excellence

China Daily

Runners cross the starting line during the 2024 Wuxi Marathon. With the firing of the starting gun, the 2024 Wuxi Marathon kicked off in Wuxi, Jiangsu province on March 24, drawing about 33,000 runners from 48 countries and regions. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this year's Wuxi Marathon also served as a trial for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and part …

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9 months ago

London Marathon 2024: With one month left... how is training going and what’s next?

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Longwan half marathon runs amid district's spring charm

China Daily

The 2024 Longwan Half Marathon kicks off at the Wenzhou Olympic Sports Center. The 2024 Longwan Half Marathon unfolded at the Wenzhou Olympic Sports Center on March 10, attracting nearly 6,000 runners. This year marks the third time that Longwan district has organized the half marathon. To showcase Longwan's beauty and vitality to participants, event organizers optimized the route, connecting …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon to kick off March 17

China Daily

The Daning Functional Area 2024 Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon will gun off on March 17 at the North gate of Daning Park in Jing'an district. Since being established in 2018, the Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon has become a signature marathon race across the city. It has been upgraded from the Jing'an Women's Half Marathon to the Jing'an Half Marathon this …

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1 year ago

2024 Wuxi marathon to be held on March 24

China Daily

The 2023 COLMO Wuxi Marathon kicks off on March 19 after a hiatus last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2024 Wuxi Marathon is set to take place on March 24 in Wuxi, East China's Jiangsu province, local media reported on Dec 22. A beautiful lake view along the route of the 2023 COLMO Wuxi Marathon. A scenic view …

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1 year ago

Endurance Sports Have Become A Way Of Life

Deccan Chronicle

Dr Mareddy Narender Reddy has successfully completed the historic Athens Marathon, topping the list of 11 Indian participants with a timing of 4 hours and 3 minutes. Being part of this ancient, original marathon course is a privilege and an incredible feeling,” says Dr Narender Reddy. “It’s a fantastic feeling being part of such a historic marathon,” Dr Narender asserts. …

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1 year ago

2023 Quzhou Marathon kicks off

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2023-11-27 The 2023 Quzhou Marathon kicks off on the morning of Nov 26. The 2023 Quzhou Marathon was held on the morning of Nov 26, with nearly 20,000 runners participating. The Quzhou Marathon has become one of the largest and most popular events in Quzhou and plays an important role in helping the city improve its sports credentials. …

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1 year, 2 months ago

2023 Tianjin Marathon kicks off

China Daily

On October 15, the 2023 Tianjin Marathon was held in Tianjin as scheduled. The Tianjin Marathon consists of three events: a marathon, half marathon and health run, with a total of nearly 95,000 applicants and a final number of 30,000 participants. The competition route connects many urban landmarks such as Tianjin Five Old Street, Minyuan Stadium, Earthquake Resistance Monument, Century …

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1 year, 4 months ago

2023 Chilechuan Grassland Half Marathon in Hohhot a roaring success

China Daily

The 2023 Chilechuan Grassland Half Marathon gets underway in Hohhot on Aug 13. The 2023 Chilechuan Grassland Half Marathon kicked off with bursts of speed and passion on Aug 13 in Hohhot, the capital of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, attracting over 8,000 runners from around the country. The Chilechuan Grassland Half Marathon has become an annual highlight for …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Runners, residents join in Hohhot marathon

China Daily

A family of three dressed in yellow parent-child outfits takes part in the 2023 Hohhot Marathon opening in Hohhot, capital city of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on July 10. The Hohhot Marathon has become a platform for runners to showcase their talent and an opportunity for Hohhot to promote tourism and boost the local economy. A team of …

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1 year, 10 months ago

2023 Qingdao Marathon opens for registration

China Daily

The Haier 2023 Qingdao Marathon is scheduled to kick off on April 22, according to a news conference held on Feb 13. The Qingdao Marathon is part of the World Athletics Label Road Races and is rated as the "Gold Medal Event" of the Chinese Athletics Association. Runners burst off the starting line at the 2021 Qingdao Marathon in Qingdao, …

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2 years ago

Quzhou marathon kicks off

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2022-12-12 The 2022 Quzhou Marathon kicks off at 8:00 am on Dec 11 in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province. The 2022 Quzhou Marathon was unveiled at 8:00 am on Dec 11 in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province. Zhang Jian won the men's full marathon in 2 hours 46 minutes 14 seconds, while Hu Zhizhen won the women's full …

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2 years ago

Shanghai Marathon kicks off

China Daily

Runners set off from the start line at the 2022 Shanghai Marathon on Sunday. Categorized as a Platinum Label Road Race by World Athletics, formerly known as the International Amateur Athletic Federation and International Association of Athletics Federations, the event has been an annual event in late autumn hosted by Shanghai since 1996. Runners in action during the 2022 Shanghai …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Marathon runners put endurance to the test again

China Daily

Participants pose for a photograph before the start of a half-marathon in Beijing on April 24 last year. WEI XIAOHAO/CHINA DAILY Shanghai announcement On Nov 3, three days before the Beijing Marathon, the Shanghai Marathon Organizing Committee announced that this year's race would be held at 7 am on Nov 27. Competitors must be Shanghai permanent residents — those taking …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Marathon course for Paris Olympics announced; lots of uphill

Associated Press

PARIS — The marathon course at the 2024 Paris Olympics will pay homage to women who protested during the French Revolution by retracing a route they took in 1789. It will also include a strength-draining 438 meters of uphill racing, a punishing endurance test that organizers proudly described Wednesday as “a challenge without precedent.” And in an Olympic first, female …

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2 years, 5 months ago

2022 World Athletics Half Marathon Championships in Yangzhou Cancelled

News 18

The World Athletics Council has decided to cancel the 2022 World Athletics Half Marathon Championships, scheduled to be held in the eastern Chinese city of Yangzhou in November, due to the pandemic. However, the World Athletics Council, the Chinese Athletics Association, and the local organising committee have now agreed to cancel the event. Meanwhile, the World Athletics Council decided to …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Start training for these great four international races

Live Mint

You know what’s a great way to stay fit? While the world’s major marathons are likely to be your top choice, you probably already know that getting a guaranteed entry into those six races — Boston, New York City, Chicago, London, Berlin and Tokyo marathons — is next to impossible. There’s also a lot to do after the run including …

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2 years, 9 months ago

Ideal weather and a run past Oscar statues make for high spirits at the 37th annual Los Angeles Marathon

LA Times

Ovid Maximus wanted to be certain a pair of friends and co-workers noticed him along Sunday’s marathon route. “This is too early.” Maximus was one of many who lined city streets Sunday to cheer on the estimated 15,000 athletes from around the country — and the world — who ran the 37th annual Los Angeles Marathon. Runners take off from …

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2 years, 9 months ago

L.A. Marathon: All the street closures for the March 20 race

LA Times

Runners make the turn onto Grand Avenue during the 37th annual Los Angeles Marathon in Los Angeles. Sunset Boulevard : Park Avenue to Figueroa Street, 4 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. : Park Avenue to Figueroa Street, 4 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. Sunset will also be closed between Echo Park and Virgil avenues from 4 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. as well …

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2 years, 10 months ago

NYC Marathon returning to 50,000 runner field in November

Associated Press

NEW YORK — The New York City Marathon will return to full capacity with 50,000 runners this year after the race was canceled in 2020 and limited last fall due to the coronavirus. After the 2019 NYC Marathon set a world record with 53,627 finishers, the 2020 race was called off that June as the city dealt with a public …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Athens Marathon to return this weekend after pandemic break

China Daily

Athletes at the start of the 36th Athens Classic Marathon race in Marathon village, 42km east of Athens, Greece, Nov 11, 2018. ATHENS - Greece is set to host the 38th Athens Classic Marathon race and parallel courses this weekend after last year's break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers told a press conference here on Wednesday. Only the fully …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Olympic marathoners ready to go the distance in New York

The Hindu

Molly Seidel's 2021 plans once seemed reasonable - the American would compete at the Tokyo Olympics and then prepare to line up in Sunday's New York City Marathon. Seidel is one of 13 Tokyo Olympians and 15 Paralympians competing in the 50th New York City Marathon after setting aside the typical window for rest, recuperation and training that an elite …

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3 years, 7 months ago

The Latest: New York City Marathon coming back in November

Associated Press

The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ The New York Road Runners announced Monday that the 50th running of the New York City Marathon will be staged on Nov. 7. Race director Ted Metellus says the return of the race after a one-year hiatus “will showcase our great city’s strength, inspiration, and …

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3 years, 8 months ago

Qingdao half marathon draws over 8,000 participants

China Daily

The Qingdao West Coast New Area Half Marathon kicked off on April 18 in West Coast New Area of Qingdao, a coastal city in Shandong province. The 2021 Qingdao West Coast New Area Half Marathon is held on April 18 in West Coast New Area of Qingdao, Shandong province. Over 8,000 running enthusiasts take part in the 2021 Qingdao West …

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3 years, 8 months ago

2021 Shanghai Half Marathon to kick off on April 18

China Daily

SHANGHAI -- The Shanghai Half Marathon, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic last year, will return on April 18, the organizers announced on Wednesday. With a total distance of 21.0975 kilometers, this year's route starts from Fenghe Road, Pudong New Area, ending at the Shanghai Oriental Sports Center, which covers scenic spots, including the Lujiazui area, the 2010 …

4 years, 4 months ago

London Marathon to be staged on 4 October, will feature only elite runners and different route

Firstpost

Rather than starting in Greenwich in east London, there will be a looped 26.2-mile course featuring 19.8 laps around St James’s Park within a biosecure bubble with spectators excluded. London: The pandemic-delayed London Marathon will be staged on 4 October using a different route than usual and with only elite runners participating. The London Marathon usually takes place in April, …

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4 years, 4 months ago

Decision on Staging London Marathon 2020 Delayed Until August 7 as Organisers Further Consult Local NHS Trusts

News 18

A decision on whether this year's London Marathon can be held has been pushed back until August 7, the organisers said on Monday. In an open letter to all participants on Monday, event director Hugh Brasher said the delay was due to a need for further consultation with local NHS Trusts, the emergency services and local authorities. The cancellation of …

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2024 Philadelphia half marathon: Entry, route, and landmarks

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