Season bests and all-time lists
Everything filed under marks in our athletics coverage, the 23 reports filed on it so far.
2027 TCS London Marathon a two-day event and Olympic trial
The 2027 TCS London Marathon will be held over two days for the first time, with elite races split across April 24-25.
Tigst Assefa wins Berlin Marathon with ruptured Achilles
Ethiopian marathoner Tigst Assefa won the Berlin Marathon in a course record 2:11:04, the third-fastest women's time ever, despite suffering a...
Joe McConaughy sets John Muir Trail supported FKT
Joe McConaughy set a new supported fastest known time on the John Muir Trail, completing the northbound route in two days and 16 hours.
NYC Marathon alters Bronx route for community access
The New York City Marathon is changing its Bronx course for the first time in 15 years, simplifying a section between miles 20 and 21 to improve...
Mandatory gear rules protect trail runners
Trail race organizers enforce mandatory gear lists to ensure runner safety in unpredictable conditions, with penalties for non-compliance, following
Alison dos Santos Aims for Historic 400m Hurdles Season
Alison dos Santos could cap a record-breaking 2026 season with a win at the World Athletics Ultimate Championships, having already set a world record...
Kirsty Longley takes W50 win days after sister's death
Kirsty Longley finished first in the W50 category at the Altrincham 10km with a time of 35:20, just 11 seconds off the British age-group best, days...
Cody Taylor Sets Unsupported Long Trail FKT
Canadian ultrarunner Cody Taylor completed a 550-mile unsupported out-and-back on Vermont's Long Trail in 17 days, 8 hours, and 42 minutes, setting a...
Jamal Britt's Persistence Nets Nike Contract
Hurdler Jamal Britt, after years unsponsored, signed with Nike following a 12.89 win in Paris. He credits coach Allen Johnson and financial support...
Maurice Herriott, 1964 Olympic steeplechase
Maurice Herriott, 1964 Olympic steeplechase silver medalist and eight-time AAA champion, died at age 86, Athletics Weekly reported on August 26, 2026.
Chase Jackson sets 21.02m North American
Chase Jackson broke the 32-year-old North American shot put record with a throw of 21.02m in Berlin, becoming the season's second woman over 21...
Blandine L'Hirondel wins UTMB in 21:54:49
French doctor Blandine L'Hirondel won the women's Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc on Saturday in 21:54:49, the fastest women's time in the event's history.
Blandine L'Hirondel wins UTMB in record time
Blandine L'Hirondel won the UTMB in 21:54:49, the first sub-22-hour women's finish. It is not a course record due to a delayed start and route...
Ja'Kobe Tharp's rollercoaster season
World record holder Ja'Kobe Tharp discusses the intense competition in men's 110m hurdles, marked by his own record-breaking 12.75 and a shocking...
Dos Santos breaks 400m hurdles world record
Alison dos Santos broke the 400m hurdles world record with a time of 45.80 seconds at the Weltklasse meet in Zürich, cementing his dominance this...
Zurich DL: Americans eye 1500 & 3000
The 2026 Weltklasse Zurich will take place on Thursday, August 27, at Letzigrund, Switzerland, and will feature a strong American contingent in the...
Lessons Learned from First-Time Marathoners
Experienced runners share tips and advice for those training for their first marathon, covering topics such as choosing the right time of year, the...
Building Endurance for Strong Marathon Finishes
Accumulating time on feet can help runners develop resilience and stay strong throughout a marathon
Four Men's Teams to Watch in the 2026 NCAA Cross Country Season
The upcoming NCAA cross country season is expected to be highly competitive, with several top teams vying for the championship title. In this...
Euro Champs Day 2 - Halász Whirls To No. 10 All-Time
Hungary's Bence Halász won the hammer throw with a world-leading 276-5 (84.25), a national record, moving him to No. 10 all-time. Germany's Merlin...
Euro Champs Day 1 - Ingebrigtsen Comes Roaring Back
Norwegian athlete Jakob Ingebrigtsen made a triumphant return to competition, claiming his fourth European title in the 5000 meters at the Euro...
European 800m Final Set for Friday: Hodgkinson, Werro, and Broeders-Bol to Battle for Gold
The European 800m final is set to take place on Friday, featuring a highly anticipated battle between Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson and...
Habtom Samuel Shatters Course Record at 2026 Falmouth Road Race, Pamela Kosgei Edges Jess McClain
Eritrea's Habtom Samuel set a new course record at the 2026 Falmouth Road Race with a time of 30:53, while Kenya's Pamela Kosgei narrowly edged out...