Races, history, articles and views on running

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Comrades Marathon
This is not an ordinary event some may argue, but rather a national treasure. It has been called the ultimate human race. Stories and history, legends and traditions. More
Personalities
These are the people who shape our sport. They break records and show great character. Some larger than life, and emphatic, some are ardent whispers from the past. More
Local and international races
From a race that straddles two oceans to an event on the ice wastelands of Antarctica. From famous city marathons – London, New York and Berlin to the lonely wilderness. More
Articles and stories
Why wear red socks on Friday? What did the Boer War have to do with our participation in the Olympic marathon? Runner etiquette and jogging on the beach with a roads scholar. More