Mark Kiptoo, 50, Breaks Marathon Masters World Record
Kenyan runner Mark Kiptoo just became the fastest marathoner over 50 in history at the Frankfurt Marathon. Weeks earlier, he broke the half marathon Masters record too.
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Runner Breaks 2-Hour Marathon Barrier in World Record Run
Sabastian Sawe became the first person to run a marathon under two hours in a race that officially counts as a world record, finishing London's course in 1:59:30. His historic achievement is now competing for World Athletics' inaugural Moment of the Year award.
70-Year-Old Runs Marathon World Record in 3:23:59
Jennifer MacDonell of Ottawa just shattered the women's 70-74 marathon world record by over three minutes, finishing in 3:23:59. Even better: it capped an incredible eight-day stretch where she broke three age-group records.
Ethiopian Runner Breaks Marathon Record at 32
Buze Diriba shattered the Amsterdam Marathon course record by nearly a minute, proving that age is just a number in long-distance running. The 32-year-old Ethiopian's stunning performance caps a remarkable year of personal bests.
Kenyan Runner Breaks Delhi Marathon Record in 58:52
Kenya's Charles Matata shattered a five-year course record at the Delhi Half Marathon, completing the race in just 58 minutes and 52 seconds. Nearly 40,000 runners filled India's capital streets to celebrate human achievement and push their own limits.
Robot Breaks Marathon Record in 50 Minutes in Beijing
A humanoid robot named "Lightning" just ran a half marathon faster than any human ever has, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds. The breakthrough shows how rapidly robotics technology is advancing through real-world competition.
Toronto Runner Raises $137K for Cancer Center That Saved Him
Brandon Throop is chasing a world record at the Toronto marathon while running in a hospital gown, raising funds for the cancer center that saved his life three years ago. He's already raised $137,000 of his $150,000 goal for Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
Paralympian Shatters Own Marathon World Record in Chicago
Paralympic gold medalist Richard Whitehead just ran the fastest marathon ever recorded by a double amputee athlete, crossing the Chicago finish line in 2:38:49. The 2026 record marks his third world record this year alone.
Australian Runner Shatters Marathon Record by 46 Seconds
Izzi Batt-Doyle just became Australia's fastest marathoner ever, crushing the national record with a stunning 2:20:38 finish in Chicago. The two-time Olympian had her fiancé running beside her the entire way.
Australian Runner Breaks National Record in Chicago
Izzi Batt-Doyle shattered Australia's marathon record in Chicago, finishing in 2:20:38 and beating the previous mark by 46 seconds. The two-time Olympian celebrated with her fiancé by her side for most of the race.
Australian Runner Smashes National Marathon Record in Chicago
Adelaide's Izzi Batt-Doyle shattered Australia's women's marathon record by 46 seconds, running 2:20:38 in Chicago while finishing sixth overall. The 31-year-old broke the barrier she'd been chasing for years with perfect pacing and unwavering control.
Cousin Pushes Runner 42km in Melbourne Marathon
Nick Morrison pushed his 21-year-old cousin Toby Holt through all 42.2 kilometers of the Melbourne Marathon, then carried him over the finish line. Toby lives with juvenile Huntington's disease, a rare condition with no cure.