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Indigenous Raramuri compete Mexico’s Copper Canyon race

It's one of the world’s most demanding ultra marathons, in the mountains of Mexico's Copper Canyon. The area is home to the Raramuri tribe, considered some of the best natural runners in the world.

Al Jazeera

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Caster Semenya ends seven-year legal fight over sex eligibility rules

South African Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya is ending a seven-year legal challenge against sex eligibility rules in track and field. Her lawyer said that they won’t be taking her appeal back to the Swiss Supreme Court, despite v...

Africanews

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Heavyweights shine as Qingdao Grand Prix concludes

The final day of the 2025 Qingdao Grand Prix saw Astemir Abazov, Audrey Tcheumeo, Niiaz Bilalov, Hyeonji Lee, and Gonchigsuren Batkhuyag claim gold in thrilling matches, thrilling fans and closing the event with unforgettable judo action...

Euronews

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Collen Kebinatshipi leads Botswana to glory in men's 400m final

In a thrilling conclusion to the men's 400m final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Botswana's 21-year-old Collen Kebinatshipi made history, becoming the first athlete from his country to win a world title in a men's event.

Africanews

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Letsile Tebogo qualifies for 200m semi-finals in Tokyo championships

Botswana's Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo secured his spot in the men's 200-meter semi-finals at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Wednesday, clocking 20.18 seconds to finish second in his heat behind reigning world champion...

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Kenya's Kipyegon makes history with fourth 1,500m title

Faith Kipyegon finished in 3 minutes, 52.15 seconds for a nearly three-second win over another Kenyan, Dorcus Ewoi. Kipyegon joins the great Moroccan, Hicham El Guerrouj, as only the second runner to win four world titles at 1,500 meters.

Africanews

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Olive oil with a kick produced for athletes seeking an edge

Green olive producers in Cyprus are selling their oils to Premier League soccer players and Tour de France athletes, seeking a health boost said to come from early harvest antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities.

Reuters

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Duplantis soars to new pole vault record and retains world title

Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis said a raucous Tokyo crowd was "the difference maker" as he set yet another world pole vault record on Monday, four years after triumphing at the pandemic-troubled Olympics in the same stadium.

France 24

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Simbu claims Tanzania’s first World Championship gold

It was a finish for the ages in Tokyo. Tanzania’s Alphonce Simbu edged out Germany’s Amanal Petros in a dramatic men's marathon at the World Championships winning by just 0.03 seconds after 42 grueling kilometres.

Africanews

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Filmmakers capture one of the hardest ultramarathons in Mont Blanc

Every summer, Tour de France viewers marvel at its acrobatic cameramen, balanced on the backs of motorcycles hurtling up mountain passes. They would be just as impressed if they saw the camera operators at work during the Ultra-Trail du ...

France 24

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North Texas teen smashes world record in 800m race

A North Texas teenager broke records over the weekend at the USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships. Cooper Lutkenhaus, who attends Northwest High School in Tarrant County, is only 16 years old.

Fox News

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IJF World Judo Tour: Rising stars shine in Mongolia

Day 1 of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam delivered spectacular action. Japan’s Kondo, Shirakane, and Fujihiro struck gold, while Galitskaia and Nutfulloev made big breakthroughs. A thrilling start to Mongolia’s judo showcase!

Euronews

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World-class track and field athletes bring competition to Edmonton

Elite track and field athletes from around the world congregated in Edmonton on Sunday for an international invitational track meet. CBC’s Sam Brooks was there to take in all the action.

CBC News

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B-boy ready to 'make history' at Olympics breakdancing debut

Philip Kim aka B-Boy Phil Wizard, who will compete in the Olympics’ breakdancing competition, said he and his fellow breakers are “making history” as their sport makes a debut on the world’s greatest stage.

Reuters

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Ten days to Paris 2024 Olympics

There are just ten days to go until the opening ceremony in Paris. Volunteers from all over France are giving their time free of charge to help make the games an event to remember.

France 24

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Kenya's professional marathoners impacted by travel bans

Many of the world's best long-distance runners come from the hilly highlands of western Kenya. But the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of events around the world. It has been devastating for the communities that depend ...

Al Jazeera