Garrett S.
As good as advertised! I ran the 10K this year. Stunning course. One of the most beautiful parts of SoCal. Very well-organized race. Great post-race expo and food. Couldn't have been a better experience.
The Miami Marathon
Sunday February 2nd, 2025
Miami, Florida
Distance: Marathon · Half Marathon · 5K · Kids Race
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Over the past 16 years of the existence of the current Miami Marathon, there was only just over 90 athletes who had run every single event. Before the inception of the Miami Marathon as we know it now (est. 2003), the race was originally known as the Orange Bowl Marathon which began in the late 1970s. One of our very own 16-year #MiamiFamous loyal runners, Kenneth Royster, has run every single marathon held in Miami. Yes, that means he has run every Miami Marathon held during the past 40 years – that’s what you call Miami loyalty!
A retired airline pilot from Miami, Royster started running in 1974 and has completed close to 100 marathons since his debut to the sport in 1977. He has completed numerous events across the country – 5Ks/10Ks, marathons, 50K trail races and about every distance in between. Back in the late 70s/early 80s, the medals resembled more of a coin shape (usually with no date) instead of the medal and neck ribbon type of award we see today.
The original Miami marathon has changed quite drastically over the years including changes to the event name, the medal designs, demographics, anda variety of routes year after year, to name a few. “I remember these lean times of less than 1000 runners, starting at Tropical Park and running through the uninspiring suburbs of southwest Miami”, Royster recalled. “I remember at least one starting on South Beach. The route changed several times. [T]he event was cancelled in 1995 and not held again until the modern era starting in 2003.”
Check out how the name has changed over the years!
1977 – 1986, Orange Bowl Marathon
1987 – 1988, American Savings Orange Bowl Marathon
1989 – 1994, Metro-Dade Marathon
1995, Doral-Ryder Metro-Dade Marathon
2003 – 2005, Toyota Prius Miami Tropical Marathon
2006 – 2013, ING Miami Marathon
2014 – 2017, Miami Marathon
2018 – 2019, Fitbit Miami Marathon
Today the Fitbit Miami Marathon attracts over 20,000 runners from over 70 countries and all 50 U.S. states. Going on to the 17thyear of the event we know today, race organizers are diligently planning to make 2019 even bigger and better than prior years. We are happy to welcome back Kenneth and his fellow #MiamiFamous loyalty runners back for their 17thconsecutive partaking in the event, as well as many more veteran runners and first-timers!
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displays approximate race location · Hialeah FL 33010
The Miami Marathon, Race Date: 2025-02-02, Distance: Marathon
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:20:00 | Paul Eyanae | 38 | Singapore, SGP |
| 2nd Male | 2:22:42 | Bradley Makuvire | 26 | El Paso, TX |
| 3rd Male | 2:24:25 | ABRAHAM KIPKEMEI | 46 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN |
| 4th Male | 2:27:12 | Giulio Palummieri | 24 | Surfside, FL |
| Female | 3:11:43 | Staci Huelat | 37 | Wellington, FL |
| 2nd Female | 3:14:25 | Carolina Ayastuy | 55 | Guatemala, GTM |
| 3rd Female | 3:17:19 | Kate Korchek | 29 | Brecksville, OH |
| 4th Female | 3:17:30 | Natalee GOODEN Burkard | 43 | Lewisburg, OH |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 3:02:08 | JOSE JULIO GADELHA | 41 | Marabá, BRA |
| M 50-59 | 2:58:24 | MATT HALL | 52 | LONDON, GBR |
| M 60-69 | 3:48:32 | Jeff Dorrill | 63 | Dallas, TX |
| M 70+ | 4:37:59 | Eustase Janky | 72 | ABYMES, GLP |
| F 40-49 | 3:17:30 | Natalee GOODEN Burkard | 43 | Lewisburg, OH |
| F 50-59 | 3:40:35 | Kimberly Gudenkauf | 54 | Olathe, KS |
| F 60-69 | 4:56:15 | Desiree Valdes | 60 | Miami Springs, FL |
ABOUT THE COURSE
- The course is a USTAF-certified, flat, single-loop and Boston-qualifying course.
- There are several bridges along the course with a very slight incline. The bridges are being held in the closed-to-vessel position for the duration of the race.
- Digital time clocks will be positioned throughout the course.
- Course markers, directional arrows and other signage will be positioned throughout the course.
- Several digital clocks at the finish line will display unofficial times.
- The full and half marathon will feature entertainment along the course for both spectators and runners.
- If you signed up for the full marathon and you decide to run the half marathon, you will receive a full marathon finisher’s medal.
- Please line up in the Start Line area according to your corral listed on your race bib.
Jerusalem Marathon
Friday March 27th, 2026
Jerusalem, Israel
Distance: Marathon
Offical Race Web Site
First held in 2011, the Jerusalem International Winner Marathon has become a major event with 30,000 participants, of which hundreds are elite competitors and runners from abroad.
The course was especially selected to recount Jerusalem's 3,000-year historical narrative since the beginning of its existence. The race challenges runners while exposing them to magnificent views, exquisite landscapes and fascinating historical sites that illuminate 3,000 years of the history of Jerusalem, Israel's capital.
Participants run past the Israeli Knesset (or parliament), Machane Yehuda Marketplace, Mount Scopus, the Old David, David's Tower, Hass Promenade and more. Organizers of the race say: "It is guaranteed of be a challenging, thrilling and unforgettable experience for all runners."
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Jerusalem Marathon, Race Date: 2025-04-04, Distance: Marathon
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:22:47 | Bohdan SEMENOVYCH | ukr | |
| 2nd Male | 2:23:05 | Tachlowini GABRIYESOS | art | |
| 3rd Male | 2:23:18 | Amitai YONAH | isr | |
| 4th Male | 2:23:18 | Lokang LOMWA | ssd | |
| Female | 2:51:58 | Pauline JEPKIRUI | ken | |
| 2nd Female | 2:56:53 | Mentamir BIKAYIA | isr | |
| 3rd Female | 2:59:48 | Noah BERKMAN | isr | |
| 4th Female | 3:01:47 | Yelena TOLSTYKH | rus |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Starting line:
Start at the junction between the Knesset and the Israel Museum, Hamagbit Sq. on Rupin Rd., heading northwest.
Finish line:
The southern end of Sacher Park, enter the finishing funnel from the south, via the Valley of the Cross and the tunnel at the entrance to the city.
The course:
Start the race near the Knesset building and run towards the Israel Museum, Israel's largest and most significant museum and the tenth largest in the world. From there, continue towards the center of town via Bezalel and Ben Yehuda St.and savor the aromas of the nearby Machane Yehuda marketplace. Head northwest towards Ammunition Hill, site of one of the bloodiest battles in IDF history waged during the Six-Day War.
After circling the Mount Scopus Hebrew University campus, run back towards the Old City, past the exclusive shopping mall and luxury hotel at Mamilla, the neighborhood that links the Old City with Jerusalem's new neighborhoods. Take in the historical architecture, narrow alleyways, and the sense of the ancient Jerusalem stone beneath your feet as you enter the Old City through Jaffa Gate. Behold the glorious Tower of David, part of the fortress built in the second century BC to protect the city.
Run through the Armenian Quarter, the smallest of the four quarters of the Old City and recall Jesus' final journey down Via Dolorosa located just several hundred meters to the left. The course will then take you alongside the Jewish Quarter for a glimpse of the Western Wall, the holiest site for the Jewish nation and remnant of the Second Temple. Send a silent prayer over to the holy stones as you run towards Zion Gate, also known as David's Gate, on your way out of the Old City.
The sight of the ancient archeological City of David coming into view on the left is the perfect opportunity to hum a marching tune. Continue west towards Sultan's Pool, built over 500 years ago. This former water reservoir now quenches Jerusalem's thirst for culture with the many outdoor performances that it hosts. Next, you'll pass Mishkenot Shaananim, a cultural and international convention center that promotes tolerance and pluralism. Send an authoritative wave towards the President of Israel as you pass his official home in Talbia, and then continue running towards the charming Emek Refaim neighborhood, built by the Templars in the 19th century and now a cultural hotspot for Jerusalem residents and visitors alike.
The route continues alongside the First Station, a new culture and recreation site established at the old train station where Israel's first train set out en route to Jaffa. Proceed to southeastern Jerusalem and run along the Armon Hanatziv Promenade which connects three walkways – the Haas, Goldman and Sherover Promenades. Make a U-turn at the UN building and run back towards Gaza St. The final stretch of the marathon runs through the enchanting Valley of the Cross, near the ancient Greek monastery and straight towards Ben Zvi Blvd. on the opposite end of the tunnel, where hundreds of spectators are waiting to cheer you on as you cross the finish line.
Saturday April 5th, 2025
Prague, CZECH
Distance: Half Marathon
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Start the RunCzech season with one of the biggest running events in the Central Europe! Every year the Sportisimo Prague Half Marathon excites spectators with performances of elite athletes breaking records. Enjoy a course with incomparable scenery in the heart of historic Prague that follows along the Vltava river and crisscrosses five beautiful bridges.
Take in majestic views of the Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, the Rudolfinum Concert Hall, the National Theater, Vyšehrad Castle, and the Dancing House. If you are hoping to improve your time, the Sportisimo Prague Half Marathon offers fantastic speed; in 2012 it set the record as the fastest half marathon in the world! Half distance, full satisfaction!
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Prague Half Marathon, Race Date: 2024-04-06, Distance: Half Marathon
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 58:24 | Sabastian Sawe | KEN | |
| 2nd Male | 1:00:01 | Geofry Toroitich Kipchumba | KEN | |
| 3rd Male | 1:09:30 | Nigsti Haftu | ETH | |
| 4th Male | 1:09:33 | Vivian Jepkemei Melly | KEN | |
| Female | 1:08:10 | Gete Alemayehu | ETH | |
| 2nd Female | 1:08:13 | Jesca Chelanga | KEN | |
| 3rd Female | 1:09:30 | Nigsti Haftu | ETH | |
| 4th Female | 1:09:33 | Vivian Jepkemei Melly | KEN |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Kenyan Kibiwott Kandie shines at the Prague half marathon
Kenya Defence Forces’ Kibiwott Kandie won the 2020 Prague men’s Half Marathon in 58 minutes and 38 seconds on Saturday morning.
It was a largely lone affair for the soldier after he broke away from the Kenyan-dominated field at the 10km mark under a hot atmospheric condition.
“It's difficult to run alone,” said Kandie whose performance makes him the fifth fastest man over the distance with the sixth fastest performance of all-time.
Kandie staged a good run early in the year, winning the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon in February with a world-leading 58:58, six days after his triumph at the fiercely competitive National Cross-Country Championships. But then the Coronavirus pandemic staggered his momentum. In March, Kandie was also named to the Kenyan team for the World Athletics Half Marathon Championships.
“My wish is to run again when this pandemic is over. It will be a pleasure to continue competing,”he added.
Kandie’s performance relegated Philemon Kiplimo to second place with a time of 59:56 as Benson Kipruto came in third in 1:00:06.
Making it to the top 10 finishers were Amos Kurgat who clocked 1:00:20 for the fourth position, Felix Kipkoech was fifth in 1:00:40 and Timothy Kibet stopped his timer on 1:00:47 for the sixth place. Others are Benard Kimeli who timed 1:01:00, Abel Kipchumba (1:01:02), Bravin Kipkogei (1:01:23) and Alfred Chelal (1:01:32).
Saturday April 5th, 2025
Charleston, South Carolina
Distance: 10K · Kids Race
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The Cooper River Bridge Run provides a world-class 10-K foot race held in Charleston, S. Carolina. The race promotes continuous physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through education and opportunity. On Sunday morning, April 2, 1978, the starting gun was fired for the First COOPER RIVER BRIDGE RUN and the race began. Even at that time it was successful beyond the organizers wildest expectations. The categories were: open male, open female, masters male and masters female. Today this race has established itself amongst the best courses in the world.
The Cooper River Bridge Run is the best organized and the best conducted 10-K race in the world. It includes world-class competition in a unique setting with unparalleled participant satisfaction. It broadens community cooperation and participation in healthy events throughout the year. The Cooper River Bridge Run serves as a model of health motivation for other communities throughout the world.
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Cooper River Bridge Run, Race Date: 2024-04-06, Distance: 10k
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 27:53 | Ali Abdilmana | KEN | |
| 2nd Male | 27:54 | Peter Njeru | ETH | |
| 3rd Male | 28:09 | Alex Masai | KEN | |
| 4th Male | 28:29 | Reuben Mosip | KEN | |
| Female | 31:41 | Sarah Naibei | KEN | |
| 2nd Female | 32:06 | Betty Sigei | KEN | |
| 3rd Female | 32:35 | Joyline Chemutai | KEN | |
| 4th Female | 32:44 | Atsede Bayisa | ETH |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
For the first time in 26 years, an American crossed the finish line of the Cooper River Bridge Run first.
Shadrack Kipchirchir of Colorado Springs, Colorado completed the 6.2-mile course Saturday in 28 minutes, 12 seconds.
"That's the best feeling you'll ever get," Kipchirchir told the media after winning the race.
The Cooper River Bridge Run is the best organized and best conducted 10-K race in the world. It includes world-class competition in a unique setting with unparalleled participant satisfaction. It broadens community cooperation and participation in healthy events throughout the year. The Cooper River Bridge Run serves as a model of health motivation for other communities throughout the world.
Great Race of Agoura Hills
Saturday April 5th, 2025
Agoura Hills, CA
Distance: Half Marathon · 15K · 10K · 5K · 1 Mile · Trail Half Marathon · Kids Race
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The Dole Great Race is a celebration of running that features six races, including two half-marathons. The incredibly scenic Chesebro Half-Marathon mostly trail race and the gorgeous Pacific Half-Marathon road race. Indeed, there's a race for everyone at the Great Race, where the schedule also includes the Deena Kastor 5K, Old Agoura 10K, Kids 1 Mile run and Camp Kinneret Family Fun Run.
Agoura Hills, which is about 30 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles and less than 10 miles northwest of L.A.'s city limits, is called the Gateway to the Santa Monica Mountains. The great U.S. female runner Deena Kastor grew up in Agoura Hills (she was Deena Drossin then), graduated from Agoura High School and later became the most decorated female long-distance runner in American history, winning the bronze medal in the women's marathon at the 2004 Olympics in Athens. She still holds the U.S. women's records in the marathon (2:19:36), the half-marathon (1:07:34) and at various other road distances.
Established in 1986, the Great Race has won many awards and accolades over the years:
Best Half-Marathon in Nation by Active.com
Voted #1 Running Event in L.A.
Selected a Top 10K in U.S. by Runner's World
Best Race Swag by Competitor Magazine
Best Post-Race Party by LA Sports & Fitness Magazine
Best Post-Race Party by Active.com
Best Post-Race Party by Runner's World
Great Race participants comment year after year about the gorgeous scenery, the serenity and the most Most Beautiful Courses in Southern California!
It's not just a race. It's so much fun, it's the Great Race!
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Great Race of Agoura Hills, Race Date: 2024-04-13, Distance: Half Marathon
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 1:22:03 | ADAM GOLDBERG | 20 | Burbank |
| 2nd Male | 1:22:48 | CHRIS GREGORY | 37 | Carpinteria |
| 3rd Male | 1:23:41 | RYAN ROANHORSE | 29 | Albuquerque |
| 4th Male | 1:23:45 | NATHAN EVANS | 30 | Santa Barbara |
| Female | 1:35:29 | NATALIE GIGG | 29 | Santa Monica |
| 2nd Female | 1:42:08 | JESSICA CATALDO-RAMIREZ | 31 | Aguara Hills |
| 3rd Female | 1:42:49 | SOPHIA KAOUNAS | 32 | Washington |
| 4th Female | 1:46:29 | CYNTHIA STULTS | 41 | Thousand Oaks |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 1:30:31 | HECTOR MENDOZA | 40 | Chatsworth |
| M 50-59 | 1:25:41 | CARLOS LARIOS | 51 | Granada Hills |
| M 60-69 | 1:49:46 | ALFREDO CORTES | 63 | Camarillo |
| M 70+ | 2:16:40 | DOUG STEVENS | 73 | Laguna Nigel |
| F 40-49 | 1:46:29 | CYNTHIA STULTS | 41 | Thousand Oaks |
| F 50-59 | 1:46:53 | GINA JOHNSON | 52 | Sherman Oaks |
| F 60-69 | 1:57:57 | LORI DUFFANT | 63 | Aguara Hills |
| F 70+ | 3:09:53 | LYNDA NEUMAN | 72 | Los Angeles |
GORGEOUS!This road race is unbelievably scenic. You would never know you were in suburban L.A.
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Massive, well organized, lights up the town, an entire weekend is built around the event.....you still see folks in their race gear downtown at midnight.