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#seven-marathon-challenge

fromWIRED

4 hours ago

A Humanoid Robot Set a Half-Marathon Record in China

A humanoid robot set a new half-marathon record, finishing in 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the human record by seven minutes.

fromTechCrunch

Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon | TechCrunch

A humanoid robot won a Beijing half-marathon in 50:26, outperforming last year's best robot time of 2:40.

fromTNW | China

Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record by 7 minutes at Beijing race with 112 teams

A humanoid robot named Lightning completed the Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon, beating the human world record by nearly seven minutes.

fromEngadget

Beijing's robot half-marathon is back for its second year with far less embarassing results

Beijing's humanoid robot half-marathon improved significantly, with robots competing autonomously and achieving faster times than human records.

fromArs Technica

9 hours ago

Robot runner handily beats humans in half-marathon, setting new record

Humanoid robots surpassed human world records in a half-marathon, showcasing advancements in speed and autonomy in robotics.

fromwww.npr.org

21 hours ago

US news

A humanoid robot sprints past the human half-marathon world record in Beijing race

fromWIRED

4 hours ago

A Humanoid Robot Set a Half-Marathon Record in China

A humanoid robot set a new half-marathon record, finishing in 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the human record by seven minutes.

fromTechCrunch

Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon | TechCrunch

A humanoid robot won a Beijing half-marathon in 50:26, outperforming last year's best robot time of 2:40.

fromTNW | China

Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record by 7 minutes at Beijing race with 112 teams

A humanoid robot named Lightning completed the Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon, beating the human world record by nearly seven minutes.

fromEngadget

Beijing's robot half-marathon is back for its second year with far less embarassing results

Beijing's humanoid robot half-marathon improved significantly, with robots competing autonomously and achieving faster times than human records.

Boston

Photos: The best costumes from the 2026 Boston Marathon

2 hours ago

Boston food

At Rochambeau, Boston Marathon runners met with applause and cowbells

Boston Celtics

These celebrities and notable figures are running the 2026 Boston Marathon

14 hours ago

Boston

Live updates: The latest on the 2026 Boston Marathon

Boston food

After the Marathon, this Boston running group meets in the basement at Clery's

Post-marathon celebrations for Greater Boston Track Club runners traditionally take place at Clery's, emphasizing camaraderie and social connections.

This 2026 Boston Marathon finisher ran the whole race barefoot

Terrence Concannon ran the 2026 Boston Marathon barefoot, finishing in 03:57:23 and raising $13,000 for charity.

Photos: The best costumes from the 2026 Boston Marathon

Runners at the Boston Marathon showcased a variety of outrageous and humorous costumes, adding a fun element to the event.

Boston food

2 hours ago

At Rochambeau, Boston Marathon runners met with applause and cowbells

Boston Marathon runners receive enthusiastic cheers and support not only on the course but also at local restaurants like Rochambeau.

Boston Celtics

These celebrities and notable figures are running the 2026 Boston Marathon

14 hours ago

Live updates: The latest on the 2026 Boston Marathon

Over 30,000 runners participate in the 130th Boston Marathon, with diverse demographics and cooler weather conditions on race day.

Boston food

After the Marathon, this Boston running group meets in the basement at Clery's

Post-marathon celebrations for Greater Boston Track Club runners traditionally take place at Clery's, emphasizing camaraderie and social connections.

This 2026 Boston Marathon finisher ran the whole race barefoot

Terrence Concannon ran the 2026 Boston Marathon barefoot, finishing in 03:57:23 and raising $13,000 for charity.

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Wearables

16 hours ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Wearables

16 hours ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Wearables

16 hours ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Tesla is sending its humanoid Optimus robot to the Boston Marathon

Tesla's Optimus robot will appear at the Boston Marathon to engage with spectators and promote the brand without advertising costs.

#london-marathon

London politics

London Marathon place for sale': fraudsters chase after runners cash

fromTime Out London

London

The London Marathon could be a totally different event in 2027

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London politics

Plans for a two-day London Marathon in 2027 with 100,000 runners revealed

London

London Marathon considers two-day event in 2027

London

Revealed: secret plans for two-day London Marathon with 100,000 runners

Running

Why do thousands run the London Marathon in costume?

London politics

London Marathon place for sale': fraudsters chase after runners cash

Scammers are selling fake London Marathon entries, which are strictly nontransferable according to official rules.

fromTime Out London

The London Marathon could be a totally different event in 2027

The London Marathon plans to allow 100,000 competitors in 2027, potentially doubling the number of participants over two days.

London politics

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Plans for a two-day London Marathon in 2027 with 100,000 runners revealed

Organizers are planning a two-day London Marathon to accommodate more runners and boost charity fundraising.

London Marathon considers two-day event in 2027

London Marathon organizers are considering a two-day event to accommodate more participants after a record number of applications for 2026.

Revealed: secret plans for two-day London Marathon with 100,000 runners

The London Marathon plans a two-day event in 2027 to accommodate 100,000 runners and raise over £130 million for charity.

Why do thousands run the London Marathon in costume?

Running in fancy dress at marathons adds fun but presents significant challenges, as experienced by participants like Alex Morris in a polar bear onesie.

Ultrarunning Culture

Ultrarunning is growing rapidly, requiring active cultivation and focus amidst increasing commercialization and competition among brands.

This Week In Running: February 23, 2026

Ashley Paulson set a women's 100-mile world record of 12:19 at the Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival, while Rajpaul Pannu won the men's race for the third consecutive year.

Agriculture

5 days ago

Ultrarunning Culture

Ultrarunning is growing rapidly, requiring active cultivation and focus amidst increasing commercialization and competition among brands.

This Week In Running: February 23, 2026

Ashley Paulson set a women's 100-mile world record of 12:19 at the Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival, while Rajpaul Pannu won the men's race for the third consecutive year.

WATCH: Marathon Runner's Premature Celebration Costs Him the Win Right at the Finish Line

A marathon runner lost a guaranteed win after celebrating too early, allowing another runner to surge ahead and claim victory.

fromUnofficial Networks

Snowboarding

Remembering The Guy Who Ran The Paris Marathon in Ski Boots

Where the streets will have no cars for the weekend's Paris Marathon

The 49th Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris will create a car-free zone for 60,000 runners this Sunday.

Experience: I won the world's deepest underground marathon

Running a marathon in a Swedish zinc mine offers a unique challenge and the chance to set a Guinness World Record.

fromTravel + Leisure

These Are the Hardest Marathons in the World to Get Into-Including One With Just 99 Finishers

The Big Five Marathon in South Africa is the most difficult marathon to enter due to high demand and limited spots.

fromwww.mediaite.com

13 hours ago

WATCH: Marathon Runner's Premature Celebration Costs Him the Win Right at the Finish Line

A marathon runner lost a guaranteed win after celebrating too early, allowing another runner to surge ahead and claim victory.

fromUnofficial Networks

Snowboarding

Remembering The Guy Who Ran The Paris Marathon in Ski Boots

Where the streets will have no cars for the weekend's Paris Marathon

The 49th Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris will create a car-free zone for 60,000 runners this Sunday.

Experience: I won the world's deepest underground marathon

Running a marathon in a Swedish zinc mine offers a unique challenge and the chance to set a Guinness World Record.

fromTravel + Leisure

These Are the Hardest Marathons in the World to Get Into-Including One With Just 99 Finishers

The Big Five Marathon in South Africa is the most difficult marathon to enter due to high demand and limited spots.

Paris food

Paris's new mayor wants to create a 'peripherique marathon'

Emmanuel Grégoire proposes a long-distance running race on Paris's ring road, aiming to create an annual event for fun runners.

8 years ago

Paris food

Everything you need to know about running the 2026 Paris marathon

Up to 60,000 participants will run the Paris Marathon, featuring a scenic route through iconic sites and a new finish line for enhanced crowd support.

5 days ago

Paris's new mayor wants to create a 'peripherique marathon'

Emmanuel Grégoire proposes a long-distance running race on Paris's ring road, aiming to create an annual event for fun runners.

8 years ago

Everything you need to know about running the 2026 Paris marathon

Up to 60,000 participants will run the Paris Marathon, featuring a scenic route through iconic sites and a new finish line for enhanced crowd support.

more#paris-marathon

London Landmarks Half Marathon draws thousands of runners

Thousands of runners took part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon in central London, with participants including club runners, charity fundraisers, celebrities, and first-time entrants.

London

#reproductive-rights

UK news

I was told I was going to die': Woman running half marathon after beating alcoholism

Fundraising

Why one runner is taking on the London Marathon dressed as a van

UK news

I was told I was going to die': Woman running half marathon after beating alcoholism

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting funded by donations.

Fundraising

Why one runner is taking on the London Marathon dressed as a van

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues while supporting charitable initiatives like The Felix Project to combat food waste and poverty.

more#reproductive-rights

Travel

fromConde Nast Traveler

11 of the Coolest Marathon Courses Around the Globe, From the Great Wall of China to Highway 1

Running through new destinations offers unique experiences and insights into local life, making destination races increasingly popular and exciting.

17 hours ago

This Week In Running: April 20, 2026

Ashley Paulson set a world record at the Penyagolosa Trails event, the first Mountain Running World Cup race of the year.

fromESPN.com

Marcel Hug wins Boston Marathon wheelchair title for 9th time

Marcel Hug's victory in the Boston Marathon men's wheelchair race adds to his impressive record, as he now holds nine titles, just one behind the all-time leader, Ernst van Dyk.

Boston

Opioid addiction almost destroyed me then I became a top marathon runner

The Percocet dulled his foot pain and also his anxiety. Rideout was used to alcohol and cocaine, but this was different. He felt happy, confident and optimistic. He returned to the podiatrist for more pills. Then more. Soon he was altering the prescriptions manually, changing a seven into a two and adding a zero, before targeting smaller pharmacies that wouldn't run verification checks.

Medicine

fromFortune

4 hours ago

Nike's 'Walkers Tolerated' sign at the Boston Marathon was meant to fire up runners. Instead, it insulted them. | Fortune

Nike's ad misjudged runner culture, offending many with its exclusionary message towards slower runners and walkers.

fromThe Verge

11 hours ago

Humanoid 'Lightning' robot smashes the half-marathon record

Lightning, an autonomous robot, won a 13-mile race in Beijing, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, outperforming all human runners and previous records.

Watch the moment a robot WINS the Beijing half marathon

A new generation of robots outperformed humans in a marathon, with the winning robot setting a world record.

fromLos Angeles Times

7 hours ago

Robot named Lightning blows past human runners to set half-marathon record in Beijing

A humanoid robot named Lightning set a new half-marathon record of 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the previous human record by over six minutes.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Running

Humanoid robot sprints to victory in Beijing, beating the human half-marathon world record

fromwww.dw.com

Robot runners beat humans in Beijing half-marathon

A humanoid robot named Shandian won a half-marathon in Beijing, setting a new record and outperforming human participants.

fromKotaku

Robot Runner Crashes And Burns Before Even Starting Race

A robot at a marathon practice in China fell and shattered, leading to humorous reactions and immediate assistance from humans.

18 hours ago

Watch the moment a robot WINS the Beijing half marathon

A new generation of robots outperformed humans in a marathon, with the winning robot setting a world record.

fromLos Angeles Times

7 hours ago

Robot named Lightning blows past human runners to set half-marathon record in Beijing

A humanoid robot named Lightning set a new half-marathon record of 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the previous human record by over six minutes.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Running

Humanoid robot sprints to victory in Beijing, beating the human half-marathon world record

fromwww.dw.com

Robot runners beat humans in Beijing half-marathon

A humanoid robot named Shandian won a half-marathon in Beijing, setting a new record and outperforming human participants.

fromKotaku

Robot Runner Crashes And Burns Before Even Starting Race

A robot at a marathon practice in China fell and shattered, leading to humorous reactions and immediate assistance from humans.

The London Marathon organisers are launching a new 5k run in the capital

A new evening 5k run event in Battersea Park combines running with music and lasers, kicking off the TCS London Marathon weekend.

Running

Going All in on Running - And Marriage

fromTime Out London

The London Marathon organisers are launching a new 5k run in the capital

A new evening 5k run event in Battersea Park combines running with music and lasers, kicking off the TCS London Marathon weekend.

Running

Going All in on Running - And Marriage

Boston Bound: The Joy of Wesley Kiptoo and Alex Masai

Alex Masai and Wesley Kiptoo, members of HOKA NAZ Elite, embody camaraderie and dedication as they prepare for the Boston Marathon.

#trail-running

Running

Communities Mourn Runner Deaths at the 2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary and on the Cape Wrath Trail

Running

This Week In Running: March 9, 2026

Running

This Week In Running: February 9, 2026

Running

Communities Mourn Runner Deaths at the 2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary and on the Cape Wrath Trail

Running

This Week In Running: March 9, 2026

Running

This Week In Running: February 9, 2026

This Week In Running: April 13, 2026

The Gorge Waterfalls weekend featured significant prize money and competitive races, with standout performances in the 100k and 50k events.

2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary Results: Mohamed El Morabity and Maryline Nakache Dominate

Mohamed El Morabity and Maryline Nakache won the 2026 Marathon des Sables, dominating their respective categories in the challenging Sahara Desert.

This Week In Running: April 6, 2026

The final ski mountaineering world cup featured top competitors, while the Marathon des Sables began with nearly 1,500 runners in Morocco.

From Marathons to the Marathon des Sables: A Conversation with Des Linden

Des Linden transitions from professional marathoning to the 2026 Marathon des Sables, a 155-mile self-sufficient race across the Sahara Desert.

This Week In Running: March 30, 2026

Lucien Epiney from Switzerland won the Ultra Trail Men's race in Spain with a time of 6:57, followed by Alexis Martín and Manuel Mesa from Spain finishing in 7:10 and 7:51 respectively.

Running

4 weeks ago

This Week In Running: March 23, 2026

Chianti Ultra Trail featured intense competition with Thomas Cardin winning and securing a Golden Ticket for the Western States 100.

This Week In Running: March 16, 2026

Naomi Robinson won the 2025 IAU 50k World Championships in New Delhi with a time of 3:13:39, while Alex Milne claimed the men's title in 2:46:09, with Great Britain dominating both races.

fromRunner's World

Yes, Slow Charity Runners Are Worthy of Spots in the NYC and Boston Marathons

Charity runners deserve respect for fundraising and completing marathons, not criticism for taking lottery spots from faster runners seeking competitive recognition.

fromRunner's World

Didn't Make It Into the New York City Marathon? Train for One of These Alternatives.

The NYC Marathon, with 59,226 finishers, is the world's largest marathon, but only one percent of lottery entrants secure bibs, making alternative fall marathons viable options for runners.

This Week In Running: March 2, 2026

Two-time OCC winner Miao Yao (China) ran 2:32:30 to finish 24th. Yao went through halfway in a quick 1:13:40 but faded in the second half. Yao's personal best is 2:30:13 from November 2025.

Running

This Week In Running: February 16, 2026

Multiple Golden Ticket winners emerged at the Black Canyon 100k as new course records and tight duels produced fast finishes and Western States 100 entries.

'Superhero' runners to sweep through Boston Marathon's final 17 miles

The annual SuperHero17 training run returns Saturday with 100 costumed runners honoring late founder Susan Hurley, who created the charity program in 2008.

This Week In Running: January 26, 2026

The weekend featured the year's first World Trail Majors and UTMB World Series races, highlighted by the Hong Kong Ultra and Arc of Attrition podiums.

fromRunner's World

Run the Brooklyn Half Marathon With Runner's World

In recent years, the New York Road Runners (NYRR) RBC Brooklyn Half has become recognized as one of the largest half marathons in the country, touting nearly 28,500 participants in 2025. Now in its 44th year, runners will once again embark on a 13.1-mile journey through Brooklyn on Saturday, May 16, starting at Prospect Park (the same spot that the NYC Half, also organized by NYRR, kicks off) and finishing on the famous Coney Island boardwalk.

Running

fromLondon On The Inside