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TriFactor Run & RunSwim 2025 Attracts Nearly 1,000 Athletes – From Rising Stars to Seniors Above 60

Photo Caption 1 : Start Photo of the SGRC 21km Run Category The spirit of sportsmanship and community was alive and thriving this morning as TriFactor Run & RunSwim 2025 brought together close to 1,000 athletes from Singapore and beyond….

Phuket Beyond the Race: A Sports Tourism Gem for Runners and Explorers Alike

The Laguna Phuket Marathon has long held its place on the global running calendar, drawing thousands each year with its beachfront views, tropical climate, and seamless event organisation. But what makes this destination race truly special is everything that happens…

Phuket Marathon 2025: Coastal Thrills, Elite Victories & 2026 Anniversary Tease

photo credit: Laguna Phuket Marathon Facebook   The 19th edition of the Laguna Phuket Marathon wrapped up another high-energy weekend  of 14-15 June of sport and sunshine, drawing over 7,000 runners from 71 countries to one of Asia’s most scenic…

Project 1000: Ultramarathoner Natalie Dau Sets Sights on 2nd 1000km Challenge

Natalie Dau, Singapore-based 11-time ultramarathon winner, has announced plans for a new 1000 km challenge to take place less than 12 months after the first one, in April of 2025.  Following completion of her Guinness World Record 1000 km run…

The 10km Experience at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024

The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) has long been a hallmark of Singapore’s vibrant running culture. This year’s 10km category stood out with a record 13,000 participants, making it the largest among all race distances. Here’s a firsthand account of…

Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024 draws over 55,000 participants from around the world for marquee race weekend

The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2024 concluded the weekend with record participation, a new finish line and refreshed routes, setting new benchmarks for endurance races in the region. As the region’s only World Athletics Gold Label race, SCSM 2024…

Sanjay Manimaran: Malaysia’s Young Running Sensation Eyes Glory at SCSM and Beyond

At just 22 years old, Malaysian runner Sanjay Manimaran is a name to watch in Southeast Asian athletics. The defending champion of the 10KM category at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) is set to return, with his eyes firmly…

Marathon Debutant Vincent Kiprono From Kenya Wins KLSCM 2024

Vincent Kiprono from Kenya clinched the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) 2024 when he finished in a time of 02:18:16. Kiprono, in his first ever marathon, ran a blistering race to finish ahead of the leading pack and collected…

KLSCM 2024 Kicks Off Its Biggest Edition Yet With 42,000 Runners

The country’s premier distance running event, the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) 2024, kicked off its 16th edition today with its largest number of participants yet. 42,000 runners will be converging on the iconic Dataran Merdeka over two days…

KLSCM 2024 Records Largest Number of Running Tourists Yet Led by Indonesian Runners

The Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon is the premier distance running event in Malaysia, with participation numbers not matched by any other road race in Malaysia. This year, a record 42,000 participants, comprising new, seasoned and competitive runners, will congregate…