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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.
Tokyo 2020 organising committee considers looped circuit for Sapporo marathon
Following the decision to relocate the marathon and race walk events of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games from Tokyo to Sapporo, the Games organising committee is now considering a running course that loops…
IOC says Tokyo marathon decision is final as organisers consider counter move
The International Olympic Committee has said that its decision to move the marathon and race walking events at next year’s Olympic Games to the northern Japanese city of Sapporo is final, as it looks t…
London Marathon searches for new title sponsor as Virgin Money exits
The London Marathon will begin searching for a new title sponsor after financial services brand Virgin Money decided not to renew its contract with the event