Sunday March 9th, 2025
Lisbon, Portugal
Distance: Half Marathon · 7k
Offical Race Web Site
EDP Lisbon Half Marathonis an annual internationalhalf marathoncompetition which is contested every March inLisbon,Portugal. It carries World Athletics Gold Label Road Racestatus. The men's course record of 57:31 was set byJacob Kiplimoin 2021, which was the world record at the time.
Kenyanrunners have been very successful in the competition, accounting for over half of the total winners, withTegla Loroupetaking the honours in the women's race on six separate occasions. The Lisbon Half Marathon is not to be confused with LusoPortugal Half Marathon, another prominent half marathon race which is also held in Lisbon in October.
The Lisbon Half Marathon grew from the desire of a small group to see Lisbon invaded by people who, by crossing the Bridge in 25th April, would discover and enjoy places usually monopolized by cars in a totally different way. It was a huge challenge for the time.
Looking at the big bridge, impressive in its steel structure and giant feet plunging into the Tagus River, the idea arose in the mind of Carlos Móia in a restaurant.
This had already been done abroad, but in Portugal, a country of conservative habits, the challenge would have to overcome many barriers. “I remember crossing the bridge on foot was a dangerous idea. As the subject had to pass through government, I soon realized this would be a long, bureaucratic process.
I spoke to my friend and companion of other adventures, Francisco Lucas Pires, who knew which paths to follow to execute this ‘crazy’ idea. He scheduled a hearing with the President of the Republic at the time, Mário Soares, who then took the matter to the Minister of Public Works, Ferreira do Amaral.
From there on came many days of silence. I didn’t give up, so I asked a hearing to the Minister, who told me to wait for an opinion by the office responsible for constructing the bridge in the United States, whether the structure could cope with an event such as this. Impossible without it! I thought there was no political will and felt disappointed, but I didn’t quit and insisted so much that the Minister eventually told me he would give his authorization if, as a replacement for the request opinion, I assumed responsibility for it. I obviously didn’t. I admit fear was greater than the desire to advance. If the Minister himself felt the need to request a technical opinion to the Eiffel company that built it, who was I to assume such responsibility?
“The information I longed for arrived soon: there was no danger, the bridge deck could cope with the challenge without problems. I assembled the team in a lightning quick operation: Mário Machado, Rafael Marques, Reinaldo Gomes were the mainstays, others joined in.”
After the bridge crossing was approved, it was time to get support from the Mayor of Lisbon, Jorge Sampaio. “He was a safe haven,” recalls Carlos Móia, “soon realizing the importance the event could have in projecting the city and always believing in the Half Marathon’s potential over the years”. And so it went, Sampaio was linked to the start of the event that, years later, he would participate in as President of the Republic.
On March 17th, 1991, began the official history of the Half Marathon, as the Minister of Education, Roberto Carneiro, who also oversaw sports, was in the first group of people ever to walk across the Bridge 25th of April.
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 59:44 | Abdi Waiss | dji | |
| 2nd Male | 59:49 | Shadrack Kipkemei | ken | |
| 3rd Male | 59:54 | Mohamed Ismail | dji | |
| 4th Male | 59:58 | Benard LANGAT | ken | |
| Female | 1:04:21 | Tsigie Gebreselama | eth | |
| 2nd Female | 1:06:20 | Ruth Chepngetich | ken | |
| 3rd Female | 1:06:36 | Abeba Aregawi | swe | |
| 4th Female | 1:07:31 | Fantaye BELAYNEH | ethi |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 1:10:26 | Manuel Fonseca | fra | |
| M 50-59 | 1:11:27 | Anis Chefirat | por | |
| M 60-69 | 1:20:56 | Alois Radlmayr | at | |
| M 70+ | 1:38:27 | Leonardo Tramonti | ita | |
| F 40-49 | 1:20:02 | Laura Grilo | por | |
| F 50-59 | 1:26:59 | Bénédicte Blanc | fra | |
| F 60-69 | 1:38:31 | Glynis Boyle | gbr | |
| F 70+ | 1:27:14 | Edna Rodrigues | por |
The course was judged as non-permissible for records until 2008, in which year the organisers changed the elite course to allow for records. The new course begins atsea levelon the north side of the river Tagus, a change which made the course entirely flat. The course for the mass participation race, which has attracted almost 30,000 runners in previous years, remained unchanged and begins by crossing the Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge before linking up with the new elite course. Since 2008 a 50,000 Euros bonus has been set aside for either a man or woman who sets a world record.
The course race was measured officially by approved measurers of AIMS and IAAF and has an official distance of 21, 097 MTS.
Tuesday April 22nd, 2025
Des Moines, Iowa
Distance: 1 Mile
Offical Race Web Site
The Grand Blue Mile was created by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and the Drake Relays to encourage healthy habits and empower positive change. Held annually since 2010, the Grand Blue Mile has hosted more than 30,000 participants from 26 states, six countries, and four continents.
The annual event brings friends and families together to celebrate wellness through a one-mile street run in Downtown Des Moines suited for all ages and abilities.
From competitive to recreational, there?s something for everyone at the Grand Blue Mile.
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 4:02 | Sam Prakel | Versailles, OH | |
| 2nd Male | 4:03 | Casey Comber | Baltimore, MD | |
| 3rd Male | 4:03 | Vincent Ciattei | Baltimore, MD | |
| 4th Male | 4:04 | Nick Randazzo | Ventura, CA | |
| Female | 4:28 | Nikki Hiltz | Flagstaff, CA | |
| 2nd Female | 4:28 | Sinclaire Johnson | Portland, OR | |
| 3rd Female | 4:31 | Addy Wiley | Huntington, IN | |
| 4th Female | 4:31 | Colleen Quigley | St. Louis, OR |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Grand Blue Mile officials from Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Drake Relays have announced the USA Track & Field (USATF) one-mile road championships will remain a part of the annual Grand Blue Mile through 2023.
The prestigious USATF 1 Mile Road Championships elevate the elite-level competition of the Grand Blue Mile and will annually attract Olympians and world championship participants from across the country to vie for a national title and share of the $30,000 prize purse.
“We are honored and privileged to welcome back the USATF 1 Mile Road Championships through 2023,” said Chris Verlengia, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s senior brand marketing manager and Grand Blue Mile co-race director. “By extending our longstanding partnership, USATF has cemented Grand Blue Mile’s status asthedefinitive showcase for America’s best milers, and we’re humbled to have hosted more 1 Mile Road Championships than any other race in the nation.”
Early entrants for the 2020 USATF 1 Mile Road Championships at Grand Blue Mile include defending men’s championTripp Hurt and 2018 champion Riley Masters. In the women’s race, the 2018 Grand Blue Mile champion, Emily Lipari, will join 2019 runner-up and three-time champion Heather Kampf.
“Like the Drake Relays, the Grand Blue Mile has become a destination for the world’s greatest athletes,” said Blake Boldon, Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays. “As we look to the next decade of this special event, we’re proud to solidify our partnership with Wellmark to bring America’s most accomplished middle-distance runners, alongside participants of all ages and abilities, to Downtown Des Moines.”
In 2019, more than 30 track and field stars competed for the national title and share of the prize purse at the Grand Blue Mile. Hurt won the men’s championship with a time of 4:04. The women’s championship, and new women’s course record, was captured by Nikki Hiltz in a time of 4:30.
Saturday April 26th, 2025
Cleveland, OH
Distance: 10 Miles
Offical Race Web Site
Since its inception in 2005, the Hermes Cleveland 10 Miler has grown to become the premier ten mile road race in Northeast Ohio.Each year, this outstanding race features over 2,000 runners and spectators in both the individual and relay events.
This unique course takes competitors on a journey that starts at beautiful Edgewater Park along Lake Erie, then tours some of Cleveland’s historic westside neighborhoods including the city of Lakewood.The race is completed with runners and spectators enjoying a post race celebration including hot breakfast, music and more!
The 10 Miler was created to help train for many marathons being run in May. The inaugural race took place on Sunday, April 28th. The race started and finished downtown at the House of Blues. The first year featured over 1,400 participants.
Hermes Sports & Events is named after Hermes, the winged-footed messenger god of classical mythology. Hermes was the Son of Zeus and Maia, daughter of the Titan Atlas. He wore wings on his sandals as a sign of his swiftness. Hermes was a young athletic man and is credited for inventing foot racing. We at Hermes continue in his name to carry out and expand on the legend of foot racing.
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displays approximate race location · Cleveland OH 44113
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 57:37 | Jeffrey Bonezzi | 36 | Rocky River, OH |
| 2nd Male | 58:44 | Jonathan Zappala | 35 | Lakewood, OH |
| 3rd Male | 1:00:48 | Tristan Vaughan | 24 | Homerville, OH |
| 4th Male | 1:00:59 | Kenneth Janosko | 32 | Mentor, OH |
| Female | 1:03:07 | Amber Kemmann | 15 | Brunswick, OH |
| 2nd Female | 1:03:49 | Jessica Zangmeister | 33 | Fairview Park, OH |
| 3rd Female | 1:05:48 | Stacey Billig | 31 | Canton, OH |
| 4th Female | 1:11:01 | Natosha Eyer | 39 | Elyria, OH |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 1:06:07 | Adam Ciroli | 40 | Medina, OH |
| M 50-59 | 1:09:41 | Douglas Basinski | 53 | Pittsburgh, PA |
| M 60-69 | 1:21:36 | Neil Dostal | 62 | Cleveland, OH |
| M 70+ | 1:19:21 | Randy Barkacs | 72 | Amherst, OH |
| F 40-49 | 1:17:50 | Molly Stout | 41 | Shaker Heights, |
| F 50-59 | 1:25:03 | Michelle Zuponcic | 52 | Mantua, OH |
| F 60-69 | 1:23:50 | Connie Brys | 61 | Painesville, OH |
| F 70+ | 1:52:26 | Cynthia Wildman | 71 | South Euclid, OH |
Saturday April 26th, 2025
Louisville, Kentucky
Distance: Marathon · Mini Marathon
Offical Race Web Site
The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon and mini Marathon presented by Walmart and Humana Vitality has grown from a small local road race into the largest day of road racing in Kentucky history. Runners from all 50 states and several foreign countries annually complete the scenic 13.1- and 26.2-mile courses that start and finish in downtown Louisville.
Both races share the same start and finish lines, with runners from both races staying on the same course until Marathon runners split off at the 11-mile marker. Large and enthusiastic crowds line the sidewalks along the route, and volunteers handle duties ranging from race registration to handing out bottled water and orange slices. The course is scenic, yet challenging, including a hilly stretch through Iroquois Park and passing through historic Churchill Downs race course...
The resounding feedback from runners is organization, support and volunteers. That’s why they come back year after year. JoAnne Dewer from Indianapolis summed it up: “I’ve run great races all over the country and right in my own back yard. Never have I seen an event that was so well organized. Incredible volunteers … they’re everywhere! And there’s no better crowd than a Louisville crowd,” Dewer exclaimed. “I’ll continue to travel around to other races, but the mini is one I’ll always come back to.”
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displays approximate race location · Louisville KY 40210
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:26:12 | Antonio Marchi | 35 | Lexington , KY US |
| 2nd Male | 2:44:26 | Brandon Page | 33 | Louisville , KY US |
| 3rd Male | 2:46:42 | Adam Togami | 29 | New Albany , IN US |
| 4th Male | 2:48:15 | Nathan Kuck | 29 | Royal Oak , MI US |
| Female | 2:51:27 | Caroline Gosser | 27 | Louisville , KY US |
| 2nd Female | 2:57:44 | Anna Wells | 23 | Louisville , KY US |
| 3rd Female | 3:00:52 | Jennifer Karkoska | 33 | Hanover , MD US |
| 4th Female | 3:14:43 | Abby Petter | 42 | Louisville , KY US |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 2:53:55 | Greg Chaganos | 42 | Skokie , IL US |
| M 50-59 | 3:05:27 | Steven Money | 52 | La Center , WA US |
| M 60-69 | 3:36:31 | Yushe Chen | 61 | Carmel , IN US |
| M 70+ | 4:01:23 | Choctaw Badgett | 73 | Lewisport , KY US |
| F 40-49 | 3:14:43 | Abby Petter | 42 | Louisville , KY US |
| F 50-59 | 3:51:07 | Kyoko Yamamoto | 50 | Knoxville , TN US |
| F 60-69 | 4:17:27 | Margaret Johnson | 60 | Louisville , KY US |
| F 70+ | 5:09:48 | Jan Melton | 72 | Roswell , NM US |
Kentucky Half Classic
It can be hard to determine which half marathon you want to run in the spring. To make it easier, Run The Bluegrass Half Marathon in Lexington and the Kentucky Derby Festivalmini Marathon in Louisville have teamed up and are encouraging runners to do both!
Now you can run the picturesque horse farms of Lexington including Donamire Farm,Stone street Farm and Keeneland along with great urban attractions in Louisville such as Louisville Slugger, the University of Louisville campus, Churchill Downs and more.
United States Track and Field Sanctioned Course and Event
NOTE: All participants must maintain no more than a 13:45 minute per mile pace for the full Marathon or a 15:00 minute per mile in the half Marathon.
Saturday April 26th, 2025
Champaign, IL
Distance: Marathon · Half Marathon · Marathon Relay · 10K · 5K · 1 Mile
Offical Race Web Site
The Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon offers a beautiful, scenic tour of the University of Illinois campus, revitalized downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, and an awesome paved park trail. Thousands of friendly, fun fans and volunteers from Champaign-Urbana line the course, exuding Midwest hospitality.
You'll find first-class race shirts, medals, food, and fanfare. Enjoy a spectacular finish at the 50-yard-line of the University's historic Memorial Stadium and attend the rockin'post race 28th-Mile Celebrate Victory Bash right outside the stadium. Live music, free beer, bragging rights.
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displays approximate race location ·
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:13:38 | Darren Barnes | ||
| 2nd Male | 2:19:33 | Thomas Strang | ||
| 3rd Male | 2:29:46 | Jaime Marcos | ||
| 4th Male | 2:30:32 | Dan Froeschle | ||
| Female | 2:20:35 | Nancy Barasch | ||
| 2nd Female | 2:21:28 | BRITTANY WEDEKING | ||
| 3rd Female | 2:57:58 | Alexis Dorsey | ||
| 4th Female | 2:59:03 | Brisa McGrath |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 2:19:33 | Thomas Strang | ||
| M 50-59 | 3:04:52 | Christopher Allen | ||
| M 60-69 | 3:45:44 | Jeffrey Taylor | ||
| M 70+ | 4:47:01 | Marlin Weekley | ||
| F 40-49 | 3:24:09 | Kelly Cunningham | ||
| F 50-59 | 3:37:13 | Suzanne Rinehart | ||
| F 60-69 | 5:15:17 | Paula Rawlings |
All of the races start and finish on campus of the University of Illinois — home of the Fighting Illinii.
The course Marathon
The race starts near State Farm Center, runs through campus, loops through Urbana, back through campus, out into Champaign, and finishes on the 50-yard line of Memorial Stadium.
MARATHON PRIZE MONEY: $12,800 for 2020 (includes $500 bonus prize money each for first male and first female Illinois resident). Course record bonus is $500.
HALF MARATHON PRIZE MONEY: $3,100 for 2020. Course record bonus is $200.
Louisville is a city that was born to worship running, fast. Today it's not just the horses who have all the fun. The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon gives people a real taste of this historic city and the thrill of crossing the finish line.