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Photos: Haile Gebrselassie’s Last Track Race
The Emporer went out in 27:20 on his favorite track. The post Photos: Haile Gebrselassie’s Last Track Race appeared first on Competitor.com.
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Farah Official Starter Of Great North Run
Mo Farah will be watching the start of the upcoming Great North Run. Photo: PhotoRun.netThe double Olympic gold medalist regrets not racing it. Mo Farah will be taking part in the upcoming Great North...
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Komon Repeats At Dam To Dam Race
Leonard Komon breaks the tape in Holland. Photo: IAAFHe was in Holland to set a new world record, but came up short. With the weather on his side, Leonard Komon blazed his way across Holland on Sunday,...
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Yegon Eyeing Toronto Marathon Victory
Gilbert Yegon running in the 2010 Boston Marathon. Photo: PhotoRun.netHe thinks he can cash in there. Three years ago, Gilbert Yegon of Kenya was getting a lot of press. After all, he bettered Haile...
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NYC Marathon Elites Head To Fukuoka
The men's lead pack at this year's Fukuoka Marathon will be deep as usual. Photo: PhotoRun.netThe race is the most top-heavy commercial marathon for men in the world. (c) 2012 Race Results Weekly, all...
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Gebrselassie Returns To The Marathon
The Emperor's reign isn't over yet. Photo: PhotoRun.netHe thinks he has a shot for 2:05 in Fukuoka this weekend. The most accomplished distance runner in history, Haile Gebrselassie, has been going...
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How Old Is Haile Gebrselassie?
Gebrselassie, foreground, has been posting world-class performances since 1992. Photo: PhotoRun.net His passport says he’s 39, but there’s reason to believe the former marathon world-record holder may...
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Gitau Prevails In Fukuoka Marathon
Joseph Gitau ran the sixth-fastest time in Fukuoka Marathon history. Photo: IAAFThe Kenyan clocked 2:06:58 in the race’s 66th edition. Joseph Gitau was the first runner to cross the finish line at one...
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Tergat Named “Johnnie Walker Giant”
Paul Tergat has been named a Johnnie Walker "Giant". Photo: PhotoRun.netThe former marathon world-record holder shares the honor with Haile Gebrselassie. It’s a bit unclear what whiskey and running...
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Outkicked: Giving It Up (Or Not)
Is it time for Haile and Paula to say goodbye to world-class marathoning? Photo: PhotoRun.netAging marathoners Haile Gebrselassie and Paula Radcliffe have accomplished enough to retire, but if they...
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Gebrselassie Proud Of The Race He Founded
Haile Gebreselassie founded the Great Run in 2001. Photo: Eight Lane.orgThe Great Ethiopian Run is now more popular than ever. In his home country of Ethiopia former marathon world-record holder Haile...
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Gebrselassie Looking For Third Win In Vienna
A beaming Haile Gebrselassie will make his return to Vienna in April. Photo: PhotoRun.netAt 39, “The Emperor” continues to race. The former world-record holder in the marathon, Haile Gebrselassie of...
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adidas Unveils Energy Boost Running Shoe
The shoe features a revolutionary cushioning technology which provides the highest energy return in the industry. NEW YORK – In an impressive launch event in front of some 400 media from around the...
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Kipchoge To Make Marathon Debut In Hamburg
Eliud Kipchoge will take on Wilson Kiprop in Hamburg next month. Photo: PhotoRun.net28-year-old Kenyan moves from the track to the road. On April 21 in Hamburg, all eyes will be on one fast Kenyan:...
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Gebrselassie Eyes 5-Peat At Great Manchester Run
Haile Gebrselassie has won the Bupa Great Manchester Run the last four years. Photo: www.photorun.netHe isn’t ready to hang up his shoes just yet. Even though he’s nearly 40 years old, Ethiopia’s Haile...
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Workout Of The Week: The Mountain Run
Running up and over a mountain can strengthen both your legs and your mind. Photo: Dan Photo: Dan Szczesny, www.ekpadventures.comThe point is to give your body a challenge that’s about equivalent to...
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Haile Gebrselassie Wins Vienna Half
Haile Gebrselassie isn't letting his age slow him down. Photo: www.photorun.netHe’s nearly 40, but that doesn’t mean the former marathon world record holder is finished with the sport. Ethiopia’s Haile...
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Ethiopian Hagos Gebrhiwet Aims High
Hagos Gebrhiwet may be Ethiopia's next best hope for an Olympic medal. Photo: IAAFHe may be the next Kenenisa Bekele. Most 18-year-olds are busy thinking about college or other things, but not...
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The Long Run: Running Wild in Ethiopia
The author (left) running with Haile Gebrselassie (front) in Ethiopia. Photo: Jenny JurekIn the African nation, running is more of a social activity. Last month I had the thrill of traveling to...
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Gebrselassie’s Suggestion To Distance Runners
Haile Gebrselassie always has something important to share with runners. Photo: www.photorun.net The Ethiopian champion says patience is key. He’s a former world-record holder in the marathon, so Haile...
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