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Who Will Replace Sebastian Coe? The Four Contenders for World Athletics President

As Sebastian Coe’s transformative 12-year tenure nears its conclusion, the global race to head World Athletics is officially underway. Writing for sportin.biz, Víctor García profiles the four prominent candidates preparing to vie for the presidency at the pivotal 2027 Elective Congress in Beijing. His special report breaks down the transformation of World Athletics since 2015 and introduces the leading contenders vying to inherit Coe’s monumental leadership legacy at the 2027 Elective Congress in Beijing....

East African Stranglehold: Kenyans and Ethiopians Demolish Records and Sweep Global Podiums!

East African distance running powerhouses delivered an absolute masterclass across the globe over the weekend, shredding course records and executing flawless podium sweeps from Amsterdam to Tokyo. In an unmatched display of athletic depth, Ethiopia’s Buze Diriba and Tamirat Tola dismantled historic marathon marks in Amsterdam and Beijing, while Kenya’s world-record holder Agnes Ngetich obliterated the Tokyo Legacy field by over four minutes. Beyond the dominant African stranglehold, the weekend witnessed spectacular national milestones as Canada’s Gabriela DeBues-Stafford destroyed a 37-year-old national record in Jarrow, and ski icon Therese Johaug clocked a world-class 10K lifetime best in Norway...

Chicago Champ Amos Kipruto: I just Wanted To Beat My Personal Best Time… I Was Mentally Ready

Amos Kipruto secured a dominant victory at the Chicago Marathon, clocking an incredible 2:01:09 to claim his second Abbott World Marathon Major. Following podium finishes in recent years, the Kenyan runner shattered his previous personal best set in London by 30 seconds, executing a fierce "win or die" mindset. Kipruto seized control at the 33.8 km mark, pulling away from a formidable field that included pre-race favorite Jacob Kiplimo. Attributing his triumph to flawless training preparation and a locked-in mental focus, Kipruto successfully achieved his ultimate target of conquering both the elite Chicago course and his own racing history...

From Japan to the Top of Portugal: Dolphine Omare Leaves the Field Stranded at Lisbon Half Marathon

Japan-based Kenyan Dolphine Omare stole the spotlight at the Lisbon Half Marathon, delivering a dominant solo masterclass to win in a stunning 1:07:25. Making a spectacular European racing debut, Omare threw down a decisive break at the 17-kilometre mark to leave her competitors stranded, finishing a commanding 49 seconds ahead of compatriot Margret Chacha. Though she narrowly missed the course record after tying up in the final miles, her performance ranks as the fifth-fastest winning time in race history. Meanwhile, Ethiopian Zerihun Adugna claimed the men's crown with a late-race surge, closing out an unforgettable day in the Portuguese capital....

The Blueprint for Impossibility: How Chicago’s 60:15 Split Aims to Rewrite Kelvin's Kiptum’s Record Books

A fearless blueprint is set for Chicago as front-runners launch an uncompromising assault on Kelvin Kiptum’s historic 2:00:35 course record. The men's vanguard will chase a staggering 60:15 half-marathon split, positioning Jacob Kiplimo to race a ghost toward a mathematically projected 2:00:30 finish, while a predatory chase pack waits to capitalize on any exhaustion. The women’s race offers matching high-stakes drama; former world record holder Brigid Kosgei and reigning champion Hawi Feysa will stretch the field with a hyper-aggressive 65:30 opening half, while a patient Sharon Lokedi anchors the chase pack, banking on a controlled second-half surge...

Kipchoge Tosha!: President Ruto Leads National Applause as Marathon Legend Flies Kenya’s Flag High in Melbourne (Photos)

President William Ruto has led in tributes for Eliud Kipchoge after the 41-year-old marathon legend rewrote history by shattering the Melbourne Marathon course record in 2:09:10. Ruto, who witnessed Kipchoge break the two-hour barrier in Vienna seven years ago, hailed the G.O.A.T. for flying Kenya’s flag high. Top governments officials, lawmakers, and legendary athletes joined the chorus of praise, celebrating Kipchoge's extraordinary resilience and discipline. The historic victory marks the third stop of Kipchoge’s inspiring global tour across every continent, proving to the world once again that no human is limited....

The Ultimate Boundary: Eliud Kipchoge, 41, Hits Iconic MCG For Six With Historic Course Record, His 17th Marathon Victory

From Papal crowds to Bradman’s crease, the Melbourne Cricket Ground has seen the world’s ultimate legends, but never a masterclass quite like this. Eliud Kipchoge blesses Melbourne’s streets with Grand Prix pacing, storming the hallowed turf to clock a historic 2:09:10 course record. Celebrating in the arms of 2006 Commonwealth hero Augustine Choge, Kipchoge smashes the boundaries of elite racing, safely conquering Oceania as the third legendary leg of his epic seven-continent global crusade gathers pace toward the frozen plains of Antarctica...

No Course Records at EDP Lisbon Marathon, But Women’s Race Delivers Thrilling Battle

Ugandan Martin Naibei Musau and Ethiopian Meskerem Mamo Hayile take the win at EDP Lisbon Marathon, Kenyans play second fiddle...

Bowled Over by the MCG: Kipchoge Takes Cricket Bat To Marathon Streets (Photos)

G.O.A.T. of Marathon Running Swaps Kookaburra for Carbon Plated Shoes as Global Tour Hits Australia: Fresh off an exclusive net session with Aussie cricket legend Glenn Maxwell inside the iconic MCG, Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge is ready to trade the cricket bat for his racing shoes this Sunday. The 41-year-old running icon takes on the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival, marking the highly anticipated third stop of his historic seven-continent world tour. Beyond chasing a blistering time through Melbourne's historic streets, the ultimate endurance all-rounder is partnering with local organizations to plant 5,000 trees along the course, leaving a lasting environmental legacy Down Under....

Kenya’s History-Makers: Sawe and Ngetich Chase Global Glory at World Athletics Awards

Marathon barrier-breaker Sabastian Sawe, who stunned the world by shattering the two-hour mark in London, and cross-country queen Agnes Ngetich have been officially named among the 20 global nominees for the 2026 World Athlete of the Year awards. The Kenyan duo faces a star-studded international field following a sensational season of world records and historic titles. Fans, athletes, and media will now cast their votes to narrow the field down to six finalists before the winners are crowned live on stage at the prestigious World Athletics Awards ceremony in Monaco on 29 November....

Global Racing Weekend: Ageless Mark Kiptoo Smashes Over 50s 21km Record as African Athletes Dominate the Roads

Mark Kiptoo headlined a historic weekend of road racing by shattering the M50 half marathon world record at the San Sebastián Half Marathon in Spain. The 50-year-old Kenyan clocked an astonishing 1:03:57, obliterating the previous master's world record by more than two and a half minutes. Kiptoo’s extraordinary performance anchored global racing action, proving that elite distance running longevity is reaching unprecedented heights. His masterclass redefines age barriers in athletics, demonstrating that lifelong consistency and tactical mastery can completely defy the aging process on the world stage....

70 Not Out: Lord Coe Hits the Milestone at Full Sprint

From smashing three world records in 41 days to orchestrating London 2012 and modernizing World Athletics, Lord Sebastian Coe has spent seven decades setting the ultimate pace. As the legendary Olympic champion turns 70, we celebrate a masterclass innings of track glory, bold leadership, and an unforgettable lap of honor....