2012
Thousands of Women Runners and a Great Atmosphere in Berlin
A record 18,561 participants of all ages took part in the Avon Running Berlin Women’s Race for a good cause. While Irina Mikitenko won the 10K, her daughter was first in the children’s event.
Wilson Kipsang and Mary Keitany Dominate the London Marathon
Kenya’s Wilson Kipsang won the marathon in the British capital, clocking 2:04:44, while his compatriot, Mary Keitany, set a new African record in 2:18:37.
Wesley Korir and Sharon Cherop Are Winners in Warm Boston Marathon
The Kenyan runners Wesley Korir and Sharon Cherop took the prestigious race on Patriots’ day, while in Rotterdam, Ethiopia‘s Tiki Gelana’s 2:18:58 triumph on Sunday made her the fourth-fastest female runner of all time.
Our Preview of the Upcoming Spring Marathon Races
Boston, London, Rotterdam, Paris, and Vienna—some of the most captivating marathons in the world will take place within a span of eight days in April.
A Review of this Year’s Exciting Half-Marathon Season
In the build-up to the spring marathon races, Mary Keitany and Florence Kiplagat recorded impressive performances in Ras Al Khaimah and Ostia. They are both preparing for London on April 22, while Firehiwot Dado, who won the NYC Half Marathon, will be running in Boston.
Bernard Lagat Triumphs at the World Indoor Championships
The American Bernard Lagat celebrated another 3,000m gold in Turkey. He went into the championships in excellent form, having set a record in February.
Wilson Kipsang’s Olympic Dream
After his marathon debut in 2010, Wilson Kipsang won his next three races at the distance, culminating in his fast 2:03:42 victory in Frankfurt.
Meb Keflezighi and Shalane Flanagan Win U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon
Cheered on by thousands of spectators, Meb Keflezighi triumphed in the men’s marathon on Saturday, with Shalane Flanagan winning the women’s race. On Sunday, four new course records were set at the Houston Marathon and Half Marathon.
Asbel Kiprop and Fionnuala Britton Dominate Cross-Country Races in Edinburgh
Kenya’s Olympic middle-distance champion Asbel Kiprop, Ireland’s long-distance hope, Fionnuala Britton, and Spain’s Ayad Lamdassem dominated the cross-country competitions in Scotland. Kenenisa Bekele spoke with Take The Magic Step® after the event.
Thousands of Runners Race to Ring in 2012
From Bolzano to São Paulo, numerous popular New Year’s Eve races worldwide brought the 2011 running season to a close.
