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Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe crosses the finish line to win the London Marathon in a world-record time. Photo: Reuters
Marathons

London Marathon to become 2-day event in 2027, open up places for 100,000 runners

A record 1.33 million athletes have applied to take part in next year’s events, which will take place on the weekend of April 24.

Hong Kong Marathon

Priority-entry registration for Hong Kong bridge half-marathon opens on Thursday

Swimming

Japan bans photos at beach volleyball over voyeurism; China swimsuit mum could sue

Hyrox

Hong Kong’s largest Hyrox event attracts fitness fanatics from over 60 countries

More than 19,500 competitors are expected to converge on AsiaWorld-Expo over the three days from Friday.

The Cigna Healthcare Hyrox Hong Kong 2026 started on Friday at AsiaWorld-Expo, with organisers expecting more than 19,500 competitors. Photo: Jonathan Wong
The Cigna Healthcare Hyrox Hong Kong 2026 started on Friday at AsiaWorld-Expo, with organisers expecting more than 19,500 competitors. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Oxfam Trailwalker

Oxfam Trailwalker to introduce 20km category to mark event’s 50th anniversary

While signature 100km race requires all team members to be at least 18 on race day, the new event allows those aged 14 or above to take part.

Marathons

Sawe Adidas shoes spike online, with resellers asking up to US$4,000 a pair

Trainers that retail for US$500 are going for astronomical sums, but some question whether they are actually worth it.

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Marathons

Adidas gets lift from 2 sub-2-hour runs, 2 world records at London Marathon

Both men’s and women’s winners, Sabastian Sawe and Yomif Kejelcha, wore the German brand’s new lightweight shoe, as did the men’s runner-up.

Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa (left) and Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe with their Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 shoes after winning and setting world records at the London Marathon on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa (left) and Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe with their Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 shoes after winning and setting world records at the London Marathon on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Marathons

London Marathon star Sawe says ‘nothing is impossible’ after sub-2-hour record

City’s race chief believes Sabastian Sawe achievement could be ‘greatest sporting moment’ of the 21st century.

Marathons

Sabastian Sawe makes history with first sub-two-hour marathon in London

Kenyan first man to complete marathon distance in less than two hours, while Tigst Assefa smashes her own women’s-only world record.

Marathons

‘Natural instinct,’ says man who helped fellow runner finish Boston Marathon

Northern Irishman Aaron Beggs and Brazilian Robson De Olivera sprang into action when Ajay Haridasse collapsed about 300m from the end.

Boston Marathon runners Robson De Oliveira of Brazil (left) and Aaron Beggs of Northern Ireland (right) help Ajay Haridasse across the finish line on Monday. Photo: AP
Marathons

More waves, moving aid stations; meet the scientist changing the Boston Marathon

With more than 32,000 runners expected to take part in Monday’s race, organisers have been getting creative in managing time and space.

Runners approach the finish line for the 2025 Boston Marathon. Photo: AP
Runners approach the finish line for the 2025 Boston Marathon. Photo: AP
Marathons

Hong Kong bridge half-marathon gets platinum status, now city’s top-ranked race

Global governing body World Athletics upgrades race on Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge for 2026 season.

World Rugby

Ex-Wales flanker Parks on ‘dark thoughts’ and going Pole to Pole with Will Smith

Forced to retire from rugby, the Welshman emerged from a period of introspection as an adventurer, polar explorer and guide to Hollywood’s A-list.

Hong Kong Marathon

Law urges caution over Hong Kong Marathon route change, 2-day event proposal

Organisers considering moving finish line to Kai Tak Sports Park with recommendation expected this month.

Runners make their way through Sheung Wan after passing through the Western Harbour Crossing during the 2026 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon. Photo: Karma Lo
Marathons

How Hong Kong helped this US sprinter meet fresh challenges, learn to run again

Claire Cormier Thielke moved to the city in 2019, made friends through running and has now even completed the 777 Marathon Challenge.

Claire Cormier Thielke completed seven marathons on seven continents over seven days in the 777 Challenge last month. Photo: Claire Cormier Thielke
Claire Cormier Thielke completed seven marathons on seven continents over seven days in the 777 Challenge last month. Photo: Claire Cormier Thielke
Trail running and hiking

Hong Kong 4 Trails Ultra Challenge finisher to ‘do something else with my life’

‘Completely dedicated’ Englishman Scott Pugh says everything came right on the day as he completes the race in less than 60 hours.

2026 Olympic Winter Games

Trump blasts US Olympic skier, calling him a ‘real loser’

US president’s attack on Hunter Hess came after the Olympian spoke out about the current situation in the United States.

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Hong Kong Marathon

Tourism carnival or elite-level race? What could be next for Hong Kong Marathon

Olympic gold medallist Vivian Kong tells Legislative Council race could mirror France’s famous wine run; sports minister details other options.

Runners in the 2026 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon arrive in Sheung Wan after passing through the Western Harbour Crossing. Photo: Karma Lo
Runners in the 2026 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon arrive in Sheung Wan after passing through the Western Harbour Crossing. Photo: Karma Lo
Trail running and hiking

Wedding bells follow women’s silver as HK 100 star pops question at finish line

Full-time nurse Karen Zeto completes gruelling race despite tearing her ACL last August, then asks triathlete Mark Yu to marry her.

Climbing and mountaineering

US climber hopes ascent of Taipei 101 inspires others to use time in ‘best way’

Alex Honnold conquers the 508m tower without ropes, harnesses, safety gear or parachute to complete tallest urban free solo climb in history.

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Trail running and hiking

Extraordinary end to Anta Guanjun Hong Kong 100 as winners finish hand in hand

Veronika Leng and Hau Ha decide to cross finish line of gruelling race together while Qin Guidu leads the Chinese 1-2-3 in men’s race.

Slovakian Veronika Leng (left) and Vietnam’s Hau Ha won Saturday’s Anta Guanjun Hong Kong 100 race while holding hands. Photo: Handout
Trail running and hiking

American Hong Kong 100 hopeful on ‘shameful’ US government and mastering Chopin

Multiple major champion Dakota Jones set for city debut, will be OK ‘whether I win or screw up’ but wants success for platform to speak up.

Dakota Jones, who has claimed multiple major trail and ultra-running race victories, is preparing for his Hong Kong debut. Photo: Foto Mo & Wood Hong
Dakota Jones, who has claimed multiple major trail and ultra-running race victories, is preparing for his Hong Kong debut. Photo: Foto Mo & Wood Hong
Trail running and hiking

Anta Guanjun Hong Kong 100: Chinese runner Wu vows ‘no regrets’ in title defence

Also competing in the ‘Grand Sam’, three daunting trail races over same number of days, is a 12-strong team from Mexico.

Hong Kong Marathon

Hong Kong Marathon organisers to look into turning event into 2-day affair

Huge number of applications is an issue that needs to be addressed, they say, but so is disruption to the city caused by just one race day.

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Hong Kong Marathon

Melaku Belachew, Shitaye Eshete claim Hong Kong Marathon crowns - as it happened

Melaku Belachew wins men’s race for second time, while Bahrain’s Shitaye Eshete goes close to breaking women’s mark set in 2019.

Some 74,000 runners took part across the three distances of the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon. Photo: Eugene Lee
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