World Records, New Gear, and the Week's Top Running News

Records and highlights from the Buenos Aires Half Marathon

The Buenos Aires Half Marathon saw Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha claim victory in a spectacular 56:51, setting a new men's half marathon world record and closing out his final kilometer in an astonishing 2:32. Among the women, Brazil's Núbia Oliveira delivered a standout performance by running 1:11:13 to finish eighth, breaking a national record that had stood since 1991.

Yomif Kejelcha's gear, nutrition, and racing shoes

The gear worn by Yomif Kejelcha during his record-breaking run drew widespread attention: he raced with an Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro watch on his left wrist and a Whoop MG band on his right to track physiological data. On his feet, he wore the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 (a World Athletics-approved model) alongside an in-race fueling strategy powered by Spanish brand Santa Madre energy gels.

ASICS Novablast launch event in São Paulo

ASICS hosted an evening event in downtown São Paulo to debut the Novablast 6, a daily trainer updated with more responsive foam in the forefoot. The brand activation featured a 5K community run along the Elevado Presidente João Goulart (Minhocão) and Praça Roosevelt, incorporating skate sessions and a live performance by rapper Rael.

Sydney Marathon expectations and medal misprint

Now part of the World Marathon Majors candidate circuit, the Sydney Marathon drew over 40,000 entrants to a challenging course featuring 1,027 feet (313 meters) of elevation gain, attracting elite competitors such as Alphons Simbu and Peres Chepchirchir, while Sifan Hassan was sidelined by injury. Organizers also dealt with public reaction to an error on the official finisher medal, which mistakenly featured Munich's Allianz Arena instead of the Australian stadium.

Sebastian Sawe withdraws from the Berlin Marathon

Kenya's Sebastian Sawe, one of the top favorites for the Berlin Marathon, announced his withdrawal from the race due to an injury. With this major absence in the men's elite field, spotlight and record-breaking expectations on the fast German course have shifted heavily toward the women's race, headlined by Ethiopia's Tigist Assefa.

Kilian Jornet pulls out of UTMB 2024

Four-time Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) champion Kilian Jornet will not compete in the 2024 edition of the iconic ultramarathon in Chamonix. The Spanish athlete continues to struggle with a chronic knee injury requiring surgical intervention, postponing his quest for a fifth title at the event.

Adidas launches Hyper Boost shoes and Hyper Truck tour

Adidas introduced two new models powered by the Hyper Boost Pro midsole to the Brazilian market: the Edge, tailored for plateless performance workouts, and the Run, a versatile daily trainer. To celebrate the rollout, the brand organized the traveling Hyper Truck tour, hosting group runs across several state capitals.

Fila Speedzone 2 and Asian market expansion

Developed by Fila Brazil in collaboration with the brand's research center in South Korea, the Speedzone 2 saw 90% of its initial domestic presale sell out at list price. Established as a cornerstone running model in Brazil, the shoe will now join the brand's global lineup and expand into Asian markets.

Olympikus expands Roupa do Corre apparel collection

Olympikus expanded its Roupa do Corre apparel line with new pieces engineered for daily training and race day. The new releases include sports bras, running shorts, and half tights equipped with functional storage pockets for phones and nutrition gels, along with a packable windbreaker jacket that stows inside its own pocket.

Joan Benoit Samuelson stays competitive at 69

The first woman to win Olympic marathon gold at Los Angeles 1984, American legend Joan Benoit Samuelson continues to compete at an elite age-group level at 69. She finished the traditional 10K road race in Lima, Peru, in 47:49, outrunning hundreds of younger competitors in the overall standings.

Wiz Khalifa embraces running and shares his routine

American rapper Wiz Khalifa has taken up road running, sharing training sessions logged around a 6:00/km (9:40/mile) pace while investing in dedicated gear and reflective night apparel. His new fitness journey has also sparked discussions across the running community due to his use of specialized botanical formulas as part of his physical preparation.

Golpe por Milha contest to name anti-cheat system

The running integrity platform Golpe por Milha opened a public contest to name its new verification system designed to catch course-cutting in road races. The entrant behind the winning submission will receive an entry into the Prague Marathon, with Sherlock Runners among the leading candidate names.