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January 18, 2024
Who Earns Most in Pro Cycling? Report Ranks Salaries, from Pogačar to Van der Poel and Beyond
Pogačar has been reported as the highest earner in pro cycling for several years. UAE Emirates’ centrepiece topped the WorldTour rankings every year since 2021 and brings sponsor-pleasing charisma both on and off the bike. The 25-year-old’s current deal with UAE Emirates stretches through 2027, meaning he’s got a cool...
January 17, 2024
58-Year-Old Runs 100th Sub 3-Hour Marathon
For Jeff Mescal, 58, Disney World really is the “Happiest Place on Earth.” The three-time Guinness World Record holder ran his 100th sub three-hour marathon at the Walt Disney World Marathon on January 7, in 2:57:26. There was added pressure, Mescal told Runner’s World, because of this superlative and the...
January 16, 2024
Ironman Competitors Rescue Dozens of Tourists Caught in Rip Current
Sydney beaches have been especially treacherous this week. On Saturday, four people were rescued from a strong rip current at Bronte Beach. The following day, dozens of tourists were caught in a flash rip at Maroubra. Luckily for the Maroubra tourists, the incident occurred right next to a group of...
January 16, 2024
Brownlee brothers release ‘Ask AL’ – the world’s first conversational AI for multi-sport training
The Brownlee brothers – with every Olympic medal between them and so much more – have just unveiled the world’s first conversational AI (artificial intelligence) for multi-sport training. They say it marks a significant leap towards intelligently answering triathlon queries. Alistair is the only triathlete – male or female –...
January 13, 2024
WATCH: Runner wins half-marathon, but race officials did not believe him
Argentinian runner found himself in some finish line confusion at the 2024 Merida Half Marathon in Merida, Mexico. Juan Esteban Pizarro had the half-marathon all wrapped up in the final kilometres, but as Pizarro ran toward the finish line, he was ready to break the tape and pose for the...
January 11, 2024
Bikes could soon use AI to think for themselves, Shimano patent suggests
Published earlier this week, the patent for a “learning model” details a product that draws on artificial intelligence (AI) to control dropper seatposts, front suspension and saddle tilt. The device, a small screen attached to the handlebar, is designed to learn from a rider’s preferences in different situations, in order...
January 10, 2024
Giant Group Sees Another Steep Decline in December Revenues
Giant Group reported consolidated sales were NT$76.95 billion for full-year 2023 through December, a decrease of 16.4 percent compared to the 2022 full-year period. December revenues were down 25.8 percent to NT$4.17 billion, compared to NT$5.62 billion in December 2022. Still, the Taiwan-based bike manufacturing group, which reports in New...
January 10, 2024
Nike’s Record-Breaking Marathon Sneaker Will Return With a New Colorway in April
The latest iteration of Nike’s record-breaking marathon franchise helped ring in the new year, and unsurprisingly, the Alphafly 3 sold out immediately. Those still looking to get their hands on the top-of-the-line runner will be relieved to find out that the sneaker will return in April with a new (and...
January 8, 2024
Scam Alert: Pivot Cycles Warns Against Fake Vendors Offering High Discounts
Pivot Cycles has raised the alarm about fraudulent websites and social media accounts attempting to deceive potential buyers, usually with enticing discounts on their high-end bicycles. The company warned consumers, urging them to exercise caution and be vigilant against falling victim to these scams. Pivot leaders clarified that they don’t...
January 5, 2024
Oscar Pistorius freed from jail 11 years after murdering girlfriend
South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius was released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation inured to violence against women. Pistorius - dubbed "Blade Runner" for his carbon-fibre prosthetic legs - shot 29-year-old model Steenkamp dead...