Running
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Asia at the forefront of tech-augmented mass participation runs
Asian engagement in mass participation running has increased by 169 per cent in the last five years. Kelvin Tan looks at how some of these events are now seeking differentiation through technology-led innovations, such as virtual and augmented-reality urban runs.
Amazon Alexa Fund and KKR among investors in Zwift’s $450m series C round
Online global fitness platform Zwift has raised $450m (£350m/€380m) of fresh investment in a series C fundraising round led by American global investment firm KKR.
Mass participation organiser LimeLight completes purchase of Virgin Sport
Mass participation-focused sports marketing group LimeLight Sports has announced the acquisition of Virgin Sport
Second Covid wave forces Madrid Marathon cancellation
The 2020 EDP Rock n’ Roll Marathon and Half Marathon in Madrid have become the latest events to be cancelled in the Spanish capital as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
NYC Marathon canceled due to Covid-19
Move is latest in string of cancellations within the sport