October 1, 2024

Japanese sponsors Toyota, Bridgestone and Panasonic end Olympic contracts

TOKYO (AP) — The International Olympic Committee’s three major Japanese sponsors — Toyota, Panasonic and Bridgestone — are terminating their contracts. This leaves the IOC without a Japanese sponsor with the focus now expected to shift to the Middle East and India for new sponsorship income. AP News

October 1, 2024

Nomination Period Now Open for 2025 Running USA Industry Conference Awards

Oct. 1, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Nominations are now being accepted for Running USA’s 2025 Industry Awards, which will be presented at the upcoming Industry Conference presented by haku in Louisville. The event will be held Feb. 2-4, 2025 at the Galt House Hotel. “Running USA’s Industry Conference presented by haku...

October 1, 2024

Belgian Waffle Ride Expands with the Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel Series and New Venue in Del Mar for 2025, Registration Opens October 15

Del Mar, CA – [October 1, 2024]/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Belgian Waffle Ride (BWR) is elevating the gravel cycling world in 2025 with the launch of the Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel Series and the relocation of the legendary Belgian Waffle Ride California (BWR CA) to the spectacular Del Mar Polo Fields...

October 1, 2024

Formula Fixed Kart Track Showcase To Offer Glimpse of Cycling’s Future

Los Angeles, CA/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Formula Fixed Gear Racing kicks off the future of cycling with the Kart Track Showcase from 8-10 PM on Friday, October 11 at K1 Speed in Burbank, CA. The landmark event brings the world’s top fixed gear talent and introduces a bold new approach to the...

October 1, 2024

Altra Launches the FWD VIA Road Shoe

DENVER, Colo. (October 1, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Altra, a leading innovator in performance running, is proud to unveil the all-new FWD VIA—a road shoe designed to deliver premium comfort, high cushioning, and a smooth, efficient ride for everyday runners. The FWD VIA is built for runners who prioritize soft...

October 1, 2024

mika:timing debuts RACE RESULT Systems at BMW Berlin Marathon

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The 50th anniversary of the BMW Berlin Marathon concluded with a record number of participants. Over 54,000 runners crossed the finish line beyond the Brandenburg Gate. In terms of timekeeping, the traditional event saw a premiere: for the first time, mika:timing used RACE RESULT systems and transponders...

October 1, 2024

American River Endurance Runs, Presented by Altra – The Trails are Calling!

Auburn, CA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - American River 50-Mile Endurance Run (AR50), presented by Altra, the iconic and historic 50-mile endurance run in the United States is returning for its 46th year. The prestigious race event brings together veterans, first-timers, and runners traveling from out of the country. Registration is now...

September 30, 2024

No Witnesses or Video of Muriel Furrer’s Fatal Zürich Worlds Crash

Authorities are continuing to investigate the tragic death of Swiss junior cyclist Muriel Furrer, who died from injuries following a crash during the UCI Road World Championships in Zurich. Furrer, 18, suffered a severe traumatic brain injury after falling during the women’s junior road race on Thursday, September 26. According to initial findings from the...

September 30, 2024

Have information about motor doping in cycling? The UCI will now pay you

People with information about potential motor doping in cycling can now receive a financial reward from the UCI, after the world governing body stepped up its efforts in combatting the risk that it described as posing “a significant threat… to the integrity standards of the sport.” Cycling Weekly

September 30, 2024

Runners From Around the World Trekked Into British Columbia’s Coast Mountain Range For 2024 Ultra Trail Whister By UTMB

WHISTLER, B.C. (Sept. 30, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Whistler Blackcomb, one of North America’s largest world-class ski resorts, welcomed runners around the world to the 2024 Ultra Trail Whistler by UTMB® on September 28-29. With three race distances to choose from – 70km, 50km and 25km – runners took on...