91-year-old hiker reclaims Appalachian Trail record
Dale Sanders, 91, of Tennessee, has become the oldest person to complete the 2,193-mile Appalachian Trail, reclaiming a record he first set in 2017.
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Teen cyclist dies after crash near Birmingham City stadium
A 16-year-old boy died in hospital after being struck by a car near Birmingham City's St Andrew's stadium. A 47-year-old man has been arrested.
Gobena smashes Sydney Marathon record; Jepchirchir wins women's race
Ethiopia's Addisu Gobena won the Sydney Marathon in a course-record 2:04:42, while Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir took the women's title, her fourth major victory.
Gihan Arnolda: From Sleeping Rough to Top Flat Trainer
Gihan Arnolda, first black or Asian heritage trainer at Flat HQ, has five winners from 33 runners and £50,000 prize money in his first three months.
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Olyslagers wins Zurich high jump on record night
Nicola Olyslagers won the Zurich Diamond League high jump with a season’s best 2.02m, while two world records fell in Zurich.
Pogacar wins Vuelta stage six despite descent scare
Tadej Pogacar outsprinted Enric Mas to win stage six of the Vuelta a España, extending his overall lead to 3min 34sec.
Muchova and Mensik win $1m US Open mixed doubles title
Czech duo Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik defeated Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 1-6, 10-6 to win the $1m US Open mixed doubles title in a late-night final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Duskbloods Network Test: FromSoftware's Switch 2 multiplayer
FromSoftware's The Duskbloods Network Test shows a fast-paced multiplayer knockout on Switch 2, blending Dark Souls combat with a competitive Virtue-collection loop.
Fils reaches first Masters final with dominant Cincinnati win
Arthur Fils defeated Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 6-4 to reach his first Masters 1000 final at the Cincinnati Open, showcasing athleticism and power.
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Robots beat Bolt's 100m record at Beijing games
Humanoid robots broke Usain Bolt's 100m record at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, with one finishing in 9.39 seconds.
Le Court wins Tour of Britain Women despite Wiebes' stage win
Kim Le Court secured overall victory in the Tour of Britain Women at Leamington Spa, despite Lorena Wiebes taking a fourth stage win, her 11th career victory.
Best Women's Running Shoes 2026: Top Picks for Road and Trail
After testing 15 pairs over five months, the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper tops our list as the best road running shoe for women in 2026, with category winners for beginners, trails, and more.
Runner Tommy Price: 'I died on a mountain' – survival story
Tommy Price, 31, survived profound hypothermia after his heart stopped on a Lake District fell in 2022. Rescuers performed 90 minutes of CPR. He now runs ultra-marathons and completed the London Marathon nine months later.
Wiebes wins Tour of Britain Women stage four; Le Court leads
Lorena Wiebes took her third stage win of the 2026 Tour of Britain Women, finishing in 3hr 41min 13sec, while Kim Le Court retained the overall lead.
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Australian cyclist nearly hit by car at Tour of Britain Women
Australian rider Brodie Chapman says she was nearly hit by a car during the Tour of Britain Women, highlighting safety concerns for cyclists in the race.
Maddison Levi Wallaroos Debut: Sevens Star Faces New Zealand
Maddison Levi will debut for the Wallaroos in their 100th Test against New Zealand on Saturday, marking a historic moment as the sevens star transitions to 15s rugby.
US Open 2026 Prize Money Hits Record $75M
The US Open 2026 will offer a record $75 million in total prize money, with men’s and women’s singles champions each earning $3.6 million, the USTA announced. The increase continues a trend of rising pay for tennis players.
Seven-year-old scores grade 8 in maths GCSE, nine years early
Seven-year-old Jivyan Dhruva from West London earned a grade 8 in maths GCSE, scoring 196 out of 240, nine years before the typical age. He is now preparing for A-levels in maths and further maths next year.
Edmonton Marathon Admits Course Was 674 Metres Too Long
Edmonton Marathon organisers admitted the 2026 course was 674.4 metres too long, sparking outrage from runners whose personal bests and Boston Marathon qualification hopes were affected.
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Hell Let Loose: Vietnam PS5 review – tactical 50v50 shooter
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam offers a demanding, tactical 50v50 shooter set in the Vietnam War, scoring 7/10 on PS5. It requires dedication but rewards with strategic depth.
Amy Hunt's Historic Four Golds at European Championships
Amy Hunt won an unprecedented four golds at the European Championships, celebrated with champagne and KFC, and eyes future success.
Running Community Offers Support and Camaraderie, Readers Say
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Hunter Bell Wins 1500m Gold at European Championships
Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell won 1500m gold at the European Athletics Championships, securing her first major title with a season-best time.
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Amy Hunt's Fourth European Gold: Dream Comeback
Amy Hunt clinched her fourth European Championships gold in Munich, marking a triumphant return from injury and cementing her status as a sprinting powerhouse.
Sudoku 7420 Easy: Guardian Puzzle Guide
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Tommy John, pitcher whose surgery changed baseball, dies at 83
Tommy John, the first player to undergo the pioneering ligament-replacement surgery that now bears his name, has died at 83, his former team the New York Yankees confirmed.
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Swiatek hits back at critics after ending title drought
Iga Swiatek clinched her first title in 11 months at the Canadian Open, then spoke out against the intense scrutiny and criticism she faces from Polish media and fans.
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