Thousands Of Runners Hit the Streets of Speed City, USA For The 2024 Rock ‘N’ Roll Running Series San Jose

October 6, 2024

- Andrew Kaye (Golden, Colo.) and Stephanie Bruce (Flagstaff, Ariz.) take wins in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series San Jose Half Marathon

SAN JOSE, Calif. (Oct. 6, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Thousands of participants took to the streets of Speed City, USA, nicknamed after the legendary San Jose State track teams of the 60s, to participate in the 19^th edition of the Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series San Jose. The best-in-class running series Bringing Fun to the Run^® through music, entertainment, and community immersion returned to Silicone Valley over the weekend providing an unforgettable running tour of downtown San Jose. Rock ‘n’ Roll San Jose offered runners and walkers alike distances of half marathon, 10K and 5K plus a KiDS ROCK event.

In the half marathon, Andrew Kaye of Golden, Colo. took the overall win in the men’s elite competition with a time of 1:04:37. The women’s elite title went to Flagstaff, Arizona’s Stephanie Bruce with a time of 1:12:45.

Alejandro Martinez Ambrosio of Hollywood, Calif. representing Mexico finished second the men’s elite race with a time of 1:04:49 followed by Patrick Smyth of Santa Fe, New Mexico in third with a finishing time of 1:04:54. Diana Bogantes Gonzalez of Costa Rica finished second in the women’s elite race with a time of 1:12:52 followed by Lindsey Bradley of Heath, Texas in third with a finishing time of 1:13:22.

Bringing Fun to the Run^® in San Jose, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series San Jose was more than just elite runners as it invited all participants to take in a gorgeous foot tour with live music and entertainment along the route. Runners and walkers received a running tour of Silicon Valley that started on Market Street, ran past the SAP Center, through the Rose Garden District and highlighted downtown San Jose before finishing at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, where they were greeted by family, friends, and spectators before joining the crowd to enjoy the sounds of Neon Velvet taking the stage as the Encore Entertainment.

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series road races are open to participants of all abilities, with distances for everyone, including a 1-mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, and KiDS ROCK options. Whether participants are running their third marathon, first 5K or supporting a walker who has overcome the odds, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series brings the best of the active lifestyle experience to all involved in a fun and welcoming environment.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Schedule Events:

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series is scheduled to continue when it makes its way to the Lone Star state. The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series San Antonio will take place on Dec. 7-8, 2023, and offer marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and 1-mile distances. Participants will be able to immerse themselves in a vibrant and prideful city with more than 300 years of history and get a firsthand view of the city’s most iconic landmarks–including the River Walk, Tower of Americas, Torch of Friendship, and more. Participants will discover holiday magic and adventure at every turn while exploring a city rich with heritage, fresh new attractions, and the unique one-of-a-kind cuisine that San Antonio is known for. For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series San Antonio, please visit, www.runrocknroll.com/san-antonio.

For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series, please visit RunRocknRoll.com. Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series media inquiries may be directed to press@runrocknroll.com.

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About Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series

Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series’ simple idea of making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community, race weekends kick off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an Encore Entertainment experience featuring eclectic musical artists from a variety of genres. With a goal of helping participants find the Beat in Their Feet™, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series has also featured some of the biggest names in music, with past performances including the likes of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, O.A.R., Aloe Blacc, Pitbull, Flo Rida, The Band Perry, Fitz and the Tantrums, the Goo Goo Dolls, Bret Michaels, Kesha, The Revivalists, Hunter Hayes, Capital Cities, and Matt Nathanson. Further information about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series can be found online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social platforms.

About The IRONMAN Group

The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN^® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN^® 70.3^® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, the Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series, IRONKIDS^®, World Triathlon Championship Series, premier running events including the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ and City2Surf^®, UTMB^® World Series trail-running events including the Canyons Endurance Runs™ by UTMB^®, Tarawera Ultra-Trail™ by UTMB^® and Ultra-Trail Australia™ by UTMB^®, Epic Series™ mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic^®, road cycling events, and other multisport races. The IRONMAN Group is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world, providing participants the benefits of endurance sports through the company’s vast offerings. Catering to the full athlete experience, the company portfolio also includes FulGaz^® virtual cycling, the most realistic indoor riding experience connected fitness application aimed at preparing athletes for real-world events. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN^® brand and its first event in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE^® by crossing finish lines around the world. Beginning as a single race, The IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events across 55+ countries. The IRONMAN Group is owned by Advance, a private, family-owned business, and Orkila Capital, a growth equity firm focused on building great brands. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

About Advance 

Advance is a private, family-held business that owns and invests in companies across media, entertainment, technology, communications, education and other promising growth sectors. Our mission is to build the value of our companies over the long-term by fostering growth and innovation. Advance’s portfolio includes Condé Nast, Advance Local, Stage Entertainment, The IRONMAN Group, American City Business Journals, Leaders Group, Turnitin, and Pop. Together these operating companies employ more than 14,000 people in 29 countries. Advance is also among the largest shareholders in Charter Communications, Warner Bros. Discovery and Reddit. For more information visit www.advance.com.