November 15, 2023

GCN+ is Shuttering its Live Streaming Services and App in December

GCN+ — the live streaming service as part of the Global Cycling Network — is closing effective December 19. In what’s a big blow to cycling fans who grew accustomed to watching the Tour de France and other major races live via the app, officials confirmed Wednesday that the popular...

November 15, 2023

Heinz marketing ketchup packets as fuel for runners

While there’s always debate over which foods are better with ketchup — grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs and mashed potatoes to name a few — Heinz now says the condiment pairs well with a run. In their new campaign, the company claims their tomato ketchup is a good source of energy...

November 15, 2023

U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials Start Time Changed To 10 A.M. After Athletes Voice Concerns

The U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, which serves as the selection race for the American marathon team for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, were set to be held at noon ET in Orlando, Florida on Feb. 3, 2024. In September, 84 U.S. Olympic Trials qualifiers and notable American distance runners...

November 15, 2023

Marathon Runner Is Banned for 12 Months After Using a Car to Finish in Third Place

A marathon runner who accepted a trophy for her third-place victory earlier this year has been labeled a cheater, the BBC reports. Joasia Zakrzewski, a 47-year-old Scotland native, took the medal in the 50-mile 2023 Manchester to Liverpool Ultras50 marathon on April 7. However, tracking data showed that Zakrzewski used...

November 15, 2023

DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Once Again Named a “Zero Waste” Event

PITTSBURGH, PA (Nov. 15, 2023) – For the seventh time, the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Weekend of Events was named a “zero waste” event with 91 percent of the event’s waste diverted from landfills in 2023. P3R, along with the help of community partners, successfully recycled, reused or composted approximately...

November 15, 2023

B.A.A. Announces Dr. Cheri Blauwet as new Board Chair

BOSTON – Dr. Cheri Blauwet has been elected as the new Chair of the Board of Governors of the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.), succeeding Dr. Michael O’Leary, who has served as Chair for the last six years. Dr. Blauwet has been a Board member since 2016 and is a marathon...

November 15, 2023

Swiftwick announces Mark Chou as new CEO, welcomes two new board members

NASHVILLE, TN, Nov. 15, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Swiftwick, the made-in-USA performance sock brand, is pleased to announce the hiring of former Away executive Mark Chou as CEO, along with the appointment of new board members Jimmy Leach, former VP of International Sales at TOMS and K.P. McNeill, CEO of...

November 15, 2023

As APEC Takes Over, The S.F. Marathon Writes a Love Letter to The City

San Francisco, CA — Nov. 15, 2023/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Amidst the challenges faced by the beautiful city of San Francisco, Jumping Fences, Inc., the event organizer behind the San Francisco Marathon, is offering a unique opportunity for runners to experience the city's resilience and beauty. As APEC takes place, and as...

November 14, 2023

What is the rumoured Saudi racing league – and what would it mean for pro cycling?

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is allegedly behind plans to create a Champions League-style format to rival the existing cycling calendar. The organisation fronting the changes – One Cycling – is the brainchild of Jumbo-Visma CEO Richard Plugge and Zdenek Bakala, owner of Soudal-QuickStep. Cyclist

November 14, 2023

Norco Adds Key Industry Executives in Marketing and Supply Chain

BC, Canada – 14 November, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Norco, the renowned Canadian bicycle manufacturer, is pleased to announce significant additions to its leadership team. These key appointments mark a strategic milestone as Norco continues to expand its operations into the United States. Gwen van Lingen, Head of Brand: With...