EVENT NEWS
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March 23, 2020
Doping researcher who defended Lance Armstrong receives doping ban
A doping researcher who testified on behalf of Lance Armstrong during the US Department of Justice case has been banned from cycling for doping. John Gleaves, an assistant professor at California State University, has accepted a four-year suspension after testing positive at the Masters Track National Championships last August. Read more...
March 23, 2020
British Cycling extends suspension on sanctioned cycling activities to June 30
Given the ongoing uncertainty around the Coronavirus/COVID19 outbreak, and the developing Government advice and guidance, British Cycling has taken the decision to extend its current suspension on sanctioned cycling activities to June 30. Read more on the British Cycling site.
March 23, 2020
New Holland Brewing Announces Virtual Concert Series Supporting Local Musicians and Artists
Holland, MI, March 23, 2020 -- New Holland Brewing, craft brewery and distillery based in Holland, MI, reacts to the current global COVID-19 pandemic with a show of support to affected communities. As part of the hugely affected hospitality industry, the team at New Holland Brewing today announced the Gezellig...
March 23, 2020
The IRONMAN Group Launches IRONMAN VR – A New Global Racing Series – and The IRONMAN VR Pro Challenge
TAMPA, Fla (March 23, 2020)– The IRONMAN Group, a Wanda Sports Group company (Nasdaq: WSG), announced that it will add the IRONMAN® Virtual Racing™ (VR™) Series to its portfolio, including the IRONMAN VR Pro Challenge that will debut on April 4 through the IRONMAN Now Page on Facebook Watch. The IRONMAN...
March 23, 2020
UTMB® Mont-Blanc 2020 to date is considered to not be at risk of being cancelled
Highlights The main priority of the organization is to ensure the health and security of every stakeholder. With more than 5 months left before the event, neither the date nor the holding of the UTMB® Mont-Blanc are in question. In light of the growing international concern over the outbreak of...
March 23, 2020
VirtualSportsRacing.com and Wilson Endurance Sports LLC announce the World’s First Virtual Duathlon
Dallas, TX – March 23, 2020 – VirtualSportsRacing.com and Wilson Endurance Sports LLC, today announced the world’s first virtual duathlon, for beginners and experienced athletes alike, who are looking for a virtual challenge to stay healthy and competitive in this time of crisis. The international event, which is the world’s...
March 22, 2020
Race Against the Pros in ROUVY’s “Real Spring Classics” – 5-day Digital Race Series for Amateur and Professional Cyclists
March 22, 2020 - With over €1,000 of Prize Money up for grabs, professional and amateur cyclists alike will be competing virtually on real-life race courses of the canceled events. The racing scene is quiet lately with the cancellation of many events due to COVID-19 so ROUVY provides a feasible...
March 20, 2020
WLC Announces first-ever FREE “Pop-Up” Health & Wellness Challenge
Los Angeles, CA: The Whole Life Challenge, in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, announced it’s first-ever FREE “Pop-Up” Health and Wellness Challenge. The WLC Pop-Up Challenge will be available from March 18 through April 6 to provide community, accountability, structure, and fun in a game that will have players taking...
March 20, 2020
Marmot Announces Attendance Of Grassroots Connect
Rohnert Park, Calif. – March 20, 2020 – Marmot® is proud to announce its participation in the 2020 Grassroots Connect show taking place in Knoxville, Tennessee this June. The show, organized by the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, supports Marmot’s commitment to outdoor specialty dealers and the overall growth of the outdoor...
March 20, 2020
2020 Bay to Breakers postponed to September 20
San Francisco – March 20, 2020–Following further discussions with the City and County of San Francisco surrounding the escalating COVID-19 outbreak, we have made the decision to postpone Bay to Breakers to September 20, 2020. The health and safety of our participants, staff and volunteers is our utmost priority, and...