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July 16, 2024

Brazilian Olympic marathoner receives doping suspension

Brazil’s national marathon record holder and Paris Olympic-bound athlete, Daniel do Nascimento, has been provisionally suspended by the Brazilian Doping Control Authority (BDCA) after testing positive for three banned substances: drostanolone, methenolone and nandrolone. As a result, he will miss the Olympics. Running Magazine

July 16, 2024

Ironman Triathlon in Morro Bay canceled after 187 swimmers were rescued from rough waters

The Ironman Triathlon abruptly terminated its contract with the city of Morro Bay a year early, canceling the race planned for next spring after hundreds of athletes had to be rescued from strong currents in the harbor. The World Triathlon Corporation hosted the race in Morro Bay two years in a row. In 2023,...

July 16, 2024

Despite DQ, Sam Laidlow given validation at Ironman Vitoria-Gasteiz so he can race in Kona

As the reigning world champion, France’s Sam Laidlow will receive a five year champion exemption to the Ironman World Championship. He does, however, have to validate his starting spot at the race. This means that he will need to race competitively (as determined by Ironman in Ironman’s sole discretion) and...

July 16, 2024

Adidas Beats Estimates Amid Turnaround as Nike Woes Continue

Adidas announced preliminary results for its second quarter on Tuesday that reflect the continued turnaround at the German sportswear giant. Revenue for the three months ending with June rose 9% to $6.35 billion (€5.82 billion based on current exchange rates). The gain was 16% on a currency-neutral basis and if Yeezy...

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July 16, 2024

Family of Norco Bicycles Founder Bert Lewis Assumes Ownership of Company

PORT COQUITLAM, British Columbia (July 16, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – For 60 years, Live to Play Sports Group, the manufacturer of Norco Bicycles and Canada’s largest wholesale distributor of premium bicycles, parts and accessories, has been independently owned and operated in a partnership of the Lewis and the Zalkow families....

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Cycling

July 16, 2024

The IRONMAN Pro Series Heads to New York’s Adirondack Mountains for The 25th Anniversary Edition of The Athletic Brewing IRONMAN Lake Placid

- The twelfth stop for the IRONMAN Pro Series™ will see many of the world’s top professional triathletes descend on Lake Placid, New York to fight for a piece of the $125,000 total event pro prize purse - The “Voice of IRONMAN,” Mike Reilly, will return for a special occasion...

July 16, 2024

Programming Updates to Enhance Running USA’s 2025 Industry Conference

Louisville, KY, (July 16, 2025)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – In response to attendee feedback, Running USA today shares exciting programming updates for the 2025 Industry Conference presented by haku, to be held in Louisville, KY from February 2-4, 2025. Registration is now open and hotel reservations at the Galt House Hotel can be...

Trade Shows

July 16, 2024

Registration Now Open for The Running Event 2024

PORTLAND, Maine (July 16, 2024)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Running Event (TRE), the leading run and outdoor specialty retail conference and trade show in North America, opens registration for this year’s event, which will take place November 19-21 at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, TX. “Opening registration for TRE always signifies...

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July 16, 2024

SAIL Challenge Cap Québec powered by Argon 18 and Challenge New Jersey State Triathlon Will Kick Off This Weekend

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The highly anticipated SAIL Challenge Cap Québec powered by Argon 18 will take place in Québec’s cultural heart of Québec City, featuring an impressive lineup of over 20 professional athletes from around the globe. Among the men’s professional field is Jack Moody (NZL), winner of Challenge Taiwan...