Dayna Pidhoresky clinches second Canadian marathon title — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Dayna Pidhoresky secured her second Canadian Marathon Championship at the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Her time of 2:26:01 marked a significant improvement from her previous best. This achievement reflects her resilience and talent in the sport.
Pidhoresky's journey back to the top was long and challenging. Despite setbacks, her recent races showcased her determination. Her performance in Toronto highlights her return to peak form, surpassing her 2019 results. Read more racing coverage.
The Canadian marathon champion joins The Shakeout Podcast to discuss her victory. She reflects on her preparation, the challenges she faced, and her future in marathon running. Related: London Marathon mulls mixed-gender elite race in 2027.
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After years of setbacks, Pidhoresky returns to form with a new personal best. Dayna Pidhoresky secured her second Canadian Marathon Championship at the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Her time of 2:26:01 marked a significant improvement from her previous best. This achievement reflects her resilience and talent in the sport.
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Runner World published this brief on October 29, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated October 29, 2026.
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