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December 1, 2020
The Paul Sherwen Project Announces Funding for the Matany Girls’ Vocational School and 2nd Annual Paul Sherwen Classic Bike Race
The Chairman of the Board for the Paul Sherwen Project, legendary cycling commentator Phil Liggett, and fellow Board members, announce the launch of the official site for the Paul Sherwen Project. “The Paul Sherwen Project is up and running and we are delighted to be making our first two monetary...
December 1, 2020
Master Spas Heads to Daytona Beach as Exhibitor at Challenge Daytona
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — DECEMBER 1, 2020 — Master Spas, the world’s largest swim spa manufacturer, will be a part of the excitement at Challenge Daytona as triathletes descend on the iconic speedway. The events will take place December 4, 2020, through December 6, 2020. One of just a few races in...
November 30, 2020
Tokyo 2020 delay set to cost organisers US$1.9bn
Organisers of the rescheduled Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games are estimating that the event’s postponement will cost 200 billion yen (US$1.9 billion). Additional costs include expenses related to securing Games venues, equipment rental and storage fees, and expenditures on labour. SportsPro
November 30, 2020
Tokyo Olympic organizers plan to host 18 test events
The postponed Tokyo Olympics local organizers announced a series of 18 test events, including swimming, gymnastics, diving and volleyball. The announcement is the latest in a campaign to convince a global audience, sponsors and the Japanese public that the Olympics and Paralympics will take place despite the COVID-19 pandemic. KSN
November 30, 2020
Kilian Jornet’s 24-Hour Attempt Ends After 10 Hours
OGDEN, Utah (Nov. 30, 2020) – After 10 hours and 83 miles of running during the Phantasm-24 challenge, Kilian Jornet was forced to halt his 24-hour running attempt due to the sudden onset of dizziness and chest pain. Jornet had been targeting this record attempt—completing as many laps as possible...
November 30, 2020
Six Americans Elected to World Triathlon Committees, Including Gallegos to Executive Board
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Six leaders within the United States multisport community were elected to various positions within World Triathlon Sunday at the XXXIII World Triathlon Congress, highlighted by the election of Gabriela Gallegos (El Paso, Texas) to the World Triathlon Executive Board. The U.S. had four female candidates successfully...
November 30, 2020
With the help of J&A Racing, Nuun delivers a memorable virtual half marathon for its ambassador team
November 30, 2020 – J&A Racing, a nationally recognized race management company based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, utilized it’s nearly 20 years of experience in the running industry to help Nuun deliver a memorable virtual Half Marathon for the Nuun ambassador team. With in-person races disappearing from every runner’s 2020...

November 30, 2020
Altra Partners with Still I Run to Promote the Benefits of Running for Mental Health
Denver, Colo. (November 30, 2020) – Altra, an innovator in the performance footwear category, is excited to announce its partnership with Still I Run, a running community and non-profit with a mission to promote the benefits of running for mental health, defeat the stigma through running, and create a safe...
November 30, 2020
Road Runners Club of America Welcomes Newly Designated Runner Friendly Communities
Arlington, VA – The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is pleased to announce and welcome the following communities as newly designated Runner Friendly Communities® for fall 2020: San Antonio, Texas Terre Haute, Indiana Runner Friendly Communities have shown that they meet the program’s criteria, which includes community infrastructure, community...
November 30, 2020
Sansego Launches Executive Athlete and Competitive Women’s Team Programs in 2021
2021 Sansego Exclusive Team Programs Sansego is excited to announce two, new one of a kind athlete programs for 2021. Sansego is starting out 2021 with a strong focus on both the executive athlete and female athletes, which is the fastest growing segment in triathlon. Craig Alexander’s Sansego coaching is...