The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Runners are disappointed that the new finisher medals feature a large bank logo across the bottom. “This isn’t a turkey trot.”
Category: Boston Marathon
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Rick Hoyt, Who Competed in Races With His Father, Dies at 61
The New York Times – Sports:
Hoyt regularly raced in the Boston Marathon with his father, Dick Hoyt, who pushed his wheelchair.
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Why Do Runners Still Race With Paper Pinned to Their Shirts?
The New York Times – Sports:
Racing bibs have tags that help track and identify runners. But they are also a good place for sponsors’ names.
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How Road Races Are Making Space For The Slowest Runners
The New York Times – Sports:
The distance is the same no matter when you finish, but slower runners find the race experience can vary a lot.
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Erika Kemp Wants to See More Runners Who Look Like Her
The New York Times – Sports:
Kemp, who had a solid marathon debut in Boston during a race with racial controversy on the sidelines, did not run cross-country until college. “There wasn’t anyone that looked like me.”
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He Lost His Legs in the War in Ukraine, but Not His Will to Run
The New York Times – Sports:
Artem Moroz survived an attack on his unit, but he was not sure he would stand again. Then a movie about the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing inspired a new goal.
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The Boston Marathon Women’s Elite Field Was Historic. London’s Will Be, Too.
The New York Times – Sports:
The depth of talent at the top levels of women’s marathoning continues to grow, outpacing the men. Expect stacked races to follow.
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Eliud Kipchoge Was Supposed to Win the Boston Marathon. What Went Wrong?
The New York Times – Sports:
Kipchoge set an impossible standard for himself. But even a two-time Olympic gold medalist and winner of 15 marathons can have a bad day.
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Eliud Kipchoge Was Supposed to Win the Boston Marathon. What Went Wrong?
The New York Times – Sports:
Kipchoge set an impossible standard for himself. But even a two-time Olympic gold medalist and winner of 15 marathons can have a bad day.