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All Heart, All In: Wendy’s Road to Trail Titans Ulu Yam 2025

There’s a certain magic to the mountains—a rhythm in the dirt, a lesson in every climb, and a fierce kind of joy that only trail runners truly understand. For Wendy Lim, it was love at first stride. The moment she…

Power Your Progress at Coway Run 2025 this Merdeka

Coway, the Best Life Solution Company, is proud to announce the return of its annual running event, Coway Run, now in its 9th edition. Coway Run 2025 will take place at Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil on 31 August 2025, coinciding…

Izquierdo, Pessey Shine Bright at 2025 Kailas Penang Skyrace

Spanish teenager Marcos Villamuera Izquierdo stole the show at the 2025 Kailas Penang Skyrace, clinching a remarkable double by winning both the 30km Pro Sky and 10km Short Sky races, as 1,200 runners gathered in the Penang state capital last…

KLSCM 2025 Sells Out in Record Time

The Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) is sold out! Public registration for the 17th edition of the marathon opened this morning at 10.00am and KLSCM 2025 reached its capacity in record time, selling out in under four hours. Registration…

Bintulu Marathon 2025 Set for Record Turnout as Top Runners Head to Borneo’s Heartland

The third edition of the Bintulu Marathon is set to blaze through Borneo’s heartland on Aug 3 with organisers targeting a record-breaking turnout. With RM100,000 in prize money up for grabs, Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) expects to exceed last year’s…

KLSCM Inks Partnership Renewal with Standard Chartered

The Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) is set to return to the Kuala Lumpur city centre for its 17th edition on 4 and 5 October 2025. Runners taking part in this year’s races can expect exciting changes and developments….

When the Odds Are Stacked Against You: Noraliceza Tukimin’s Bold Step into Ultra Running

In a sport where seasoned veterans are often celebrated, Noraliceza Tukimin’s debut at the Route 68 Ultra challenges the notion that years of experience are a prerequisite for success. With a singular aim—to finish the race without injury—she stepped into…

Swiss star Studer, Canada’s Britton shine at Asia Triathlon Cup Putrajaya

Two-time Olympian Max Studer of Switzerland lived up to his favourite tag as he powered to the men’s elite title at the Asia Triathlon Cup (ATC) Putrajaya, whilst Canada’s Isla Britton triumphed in the women’s elite race. The 29-year-old Studer…

“Sikit Lagi!” – Nurfathin Zahrolayali’s Push to Victory in the 100km Route 68 Ultra

In the rain-soaked hills of Gombak, where winding roads cut through dense forests and relentless challenges, ultramarathon runner Nurfathin Zahrolayali turned a daunting setback into an extraordinary triumph. Her victory in the women’s open 100km at the Route 68 Ultra…

“Just Enjoy The Run”: Mohd Sulhan’s Thrilling Victory at The Bandaraya Trail Run 2025

Mohd Sulhan Bin Mohd Bahak never set out to be a champion. In fact, running was never the goal—it was merely a tool. A means to an end. As a hardcore hiker, he jogged only to build stamina for mountain…