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Chinatown Firecracker Run

Sunday March 9th, 2025
Los Angeles, California
Distance: 10K · 5K
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The name of this event is perfectly appropriate, considering both the 5K and 10K runs start in Chinatown just north of downtown Los Angeles with hundreds of Chinese firecrackers providing an electrifying send-off, literally getting runners off the mark with a big bang! Since its inception, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc. (LACFRC) has contributed more than $450,000 to local elementary schools and non-profit community organizations providing services and programs to benefit the community.

The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 5/10K Run/Walk is the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year charity run in the United States.

Established in 1978, Firecracker has since grown to include a Bike Ride, Kiddie Run and PAW’er Dog Walk and serves the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area with support from the City of Los Angeles. All proceeds are reinvested into the community, in support of elementary schools and non-profit organizations, providing services and programs that benefit local neighborhoods.

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"This uphill course takes you through the most scenic views above LA. The race begins in the heart of Chinatown. Through Elysian Park to the grounds of Dodger Stadium the energy of this race is amazing," says Lacey Marac.
Chinatown Firecracker Run, Race Date: 2025-03-09, Distance: 10k
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 34:38 Felipe Valencia 35 Los Angeles, CA
2nd Male 36:00 William Meade 42 Los Angeles, CA
3rd Male 36:03 Austin Che 27 Arcadia, CA
4th Male 36:13 Angel Alcantar 31 Pacoima, CA
Female 42:00 Daniela Pomalaza 28 Monrovia, CA
2nd Female 42:00 Amy Martinez 36 Los Angeles, CA
3rd Female 42:01 Mayra Del Real 37 Los Angeles, CA
4th Female 43:11 Amanda Reynolds 31 Ontario, CA
Division Time Name Age Home
M 40-49 36:00 William Meade 42 Los Angeles, CA
M 50-59 41:48 Kevin Furlong 54 Los Angeles, CA
M 60-69 38:58 Rigo Rodriguez 61 Glendora, CA
M 70+ 47:43 Kevin Strehlo 71 WOODLAND HLS, CA
F 40-49 46:47 Audrey Jing Faber 44 Calabasas, CA
F 50-59 46:39 Lucie Murray 53 Los Angeles, CA
F 60-69 45:19 Suzanne Edmands 60 South Pasadena, CA
F 70+ 1:07:41 Janet Chan 73 Gardena, CA
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10k Facsa Castello

Sunday February 16th, 2025
Castello, Spain
Distance: Marathon · 10K
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The 10K FACSA Castelló is one of Spain’s fastest and most prestigious road races, drawing elite and amateur runners from around the world. Held in Castellón de la Plana, this race has grown exponentially, earning a reputation for its flat, high-speed course and exceptional organization.

It holds a World Athletics Road Race Label, placing it among the top road races globally. Running alongside the Marató BP Castelló, the event creates an electric atmosphere, making it a favorite for those chasing personal bests. With an ever-growing field of competitors, the 10K FACSA Castelló continues to establish itself as a premier international event.

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10k Facsa Castello

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10k Facsa Castello, Race Date: 2025-02-16, Distance: 10k
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 26:31 Yomif Kejelcha ethi
2nd Male 26:58 Girma Mamo ethi
3rd Male 27:05 Brian Kibor ken
4th Male 27:10 Victor Kipruto ken
Female 29:25 EISA KUMANDA, MEDINA ethi
2nd Female 29:40 AMEBAW, LIKINA ethi
3rd Female 30:05 MEBRATHU, AYNADDIS ethi
4th Female 30:17 CHEPNGENO, CINTIA ken
Division Time Name Age Home
M 40-49 28:11 KBROM MEZNGI, ZEREI sspain
M 50-59 31:51 Pastor Vila, Nacho spain
M 60-69 39:53 Luis Javier spain
M 70+ 46:10 SALVADOR ANTONIO spain
F 40-49 35:53 POCHETTINO, FABIANA spain
F 50-59 37:38 VELAZQUEZ LOPEZ, MARIA spain
F 60-69 53:41 Falcó López, Adelaida spain
F 70+ 1:00:44 Lleonart Vives spain
10k Facsa Castello

The start will be joint for the two called distances and will be located on Vila-real avenue. The circuit will continue together until reaching Valencia Avenue (kilometer 6), at which point the paths will fork (kilometer 6.5). The runners of the 10K FACSA Castelló will start their way to the finish line.


San Silvestre Vallecana

Wednesday December 31st, 2025
San Silvestre, Spain
Distance: 10K
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Every year on 31st December, since 1964, Madrid stages the most multitudinous athletics event in Spain.Sport and celebration come together in a 10-kilometre race in which fancy dress and artificial snow play a part. Keep an eye out for when registration opens because places run out fast!

The event consists of two different competitions: a fun run (participants must be over the age of 16) and another for professionals.The course is not too demanding for runners as 8 of its 10 kilometres are almost all downhill.

The fun run is held at 5.30 pm. The departure (Calle Concha Espina) is organised by times, making the race faster. The international competition starts out at 8pm and participants include today's leading international stars.

The Vallecas Stadium is the official finishing line for the professional race whilst amateurs arrive to the grounds outside the stadium.

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San Silvestre Vallecana, Race Date: 2024-12-31, Distance: 10k
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 26:32 Berihu Aregawi ethi
2nd Male 26:33 Jacob Kiplimo uga
3rd Male 27:40 Adel Mechaal fra
4th Male 27:42 Felix Bour fra
Female 31:19 Marta Garcia esp
2nd Female 31:32 Ruth Chepngetich ken
3rd Female 31:34 Agueda Marques esp
4th Female 31:58 Carolina Campos esp
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San Silvestre Vallecana

The inaugural San Silvestre Vallecana race in 1964 was won by Jesus Hurtado of Spain who also won the race the following year, although his race time and the total distance of the race were not recorded. It was in 1966 when the race organizers decided to record the official times of the racers and measure the actual distance of the course.

This time though, the race was won by Mariano Haro, also from Spain, who needed 23 minutes and 34 seconds to finish the course which was then only 7.9 kilometers long. For the women’s category, the inaugural winner was Grete Waitz of Norway who won the race, which was 10 kilometers long in 1981, with a time of 34 minutes and 17 seconds. Over the years, many different runners from different countries participated in the event which resulted in the race having winners of different nationalities. The host country Spain though holds the record for most wins with male Spanish runners winning 15 of the 47 men’s races held while the female Spanish runners dominated the women’s races by winning 20 of the 31 races held since 1981.

Furthermore, Isaac Vicosia of Spain holds the individual record for most wins in the men’s category by winning the race a total of 4 times. He won his first San Silvestre Vallecana race in 1996 with a time 25 minutes and 50 seconds although the course for that year was measured to be only 9 kilometers long. He missed out in 1997, 1998, and 1999, but he dominated at the turn of the century by winning the race for 3 consecutive years from 2000 – 2002. On the women’s side, Spain continued their dominance of the race with Spanish runners Patricia Arribas and Marta Dominguez by winning the race 3 times each. Patricia Arribas finished the race first in 1997, 1998, and 2000. Marta Dominguez on the other hand, won the race in 2002, 2003, and 2008.


Laredo 10 km

Saturday May 24th, 2025
Laredo, Spain
Distance: 10K · 5K
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One of the most anticipated races. The organization ensures that the circuit is possibly the fastest in the world. And it's not a bravado. The marks and comments of those who have run the prestigious 10k race in Ruta Villa de Laredo confirm it. But the organizers want to go further and not give rise to doubts.

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Laredo 10 km, Race Date: 2024-03-16, Distance: 10k
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 26:37 Yomif Kejelcha ethi
2nd Male 26:53 Joshua Cheptegei uga
3rd Male 27:28 Addisu Yihune ethi
4th Male 27:43 Hillary Chepkwony ken
Female 31:07 KONSTANZE KLOSTERHALFEN armenia
2nd Female 31:24 PURITY KAJUJU ken
3rd Female 31:35 IRENE SANCHEZ adidas
4th Female 31:41 FREDERICA DEL BUONO ita
Division Time Name Age Home
M 40-49 29:29 Pedro Javier Vega Ballesteros ESP
M 50-59 32:29 Anastasio Gómez García ESP
M 60-69 37:54 Itziar Aldekoa ESP
M 70+ 42:01 Miguel Angel Diges Beneit ESP
F 40-49 35:21 Ana Llorens Perez ESP
F 50-59 36:45 Arancha Tejero Tejadas ESP
F 60-69 45:24 Begoña Minayo Gutierrez ESP
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Lille Urban Trail 10 KM

Saturday November 16th, 2024
Lille, France
Distance: 10K · 8K · 5K
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The Lille Urban Trail is an annual world-class race taking place in Lille. Professional runners, friends wishing to stretch their legs: the Lille Urban Trail welcomes people of all levels for nighttime events to discover the city's most beautiful monuments.

Every year in November, the schedule of outings in Lille sees the arrival of one of the most anticipated races of the year: the Urban Trail of Lille . With more than 6,000 participants in each edition, this running race is a great opportunity to discover the most beautiful sites and monuments of the city of Lille while sharing a friendly moment between running enthusiasts.

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Lille Urban Trail 10 KM, Race Date: 2024-11-16, Distance: 10k
Division Time Name Age Home
Male 27:04 Daguinos Etienne fra
2nd Male 27:16 Meshak Lelgut ken
3rd Male 27:18 Charles Rotich ken
4th Male 27:30 Brian Kibor ken
Female 29:56 Chesiro Christine ken
2nd Female 30:23 Yashaneh Anley ethi
3rd Female 30:31 Kefale Wede ethi
4th Female 31:06 Miriam Serem ken
Division Time Name Age Home
Lille Urban Trail 10 KM



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