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Racing · The Guardian Athletics

Lachie Kennedy Shatters National Record in 100m

Australian sprinter ends 64-year medal drought with historic 9.85sec run

Jul 29, 2026

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Racing · The Guardian Athletics

The Australian runner said he was not at a murder scene and was reinstated for Saturday’s mile final.

Jul 29, 2026

Racing · Japan Running News

Japan Running News reveals the selected athletes for the upcoming Nagoya Asian Games.

Jul 28, 2026

Racing · Japan Running News

The marathon and race walk courses for the Nagoya Asian Games have been announced.

Jul 28, 2026

Racing · Japan Running News

Runners Ueda and Yoshizumi secure back-to-back victories at the prestigious Fuji Mountain Race.

Jul 28, 2026

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Racing · Japan Running News

Kaishin High School unveils a new running course named after Olympian Akira Akasaki.

Jul 28, 2026