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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…

From Singapore to the Trails: A Send-Off for “Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB” Runners

On November 23, 2024, Singapore’s trail running community came together at HUONE Singapore for a Pre-Race Send-Off Celebration, organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Singapore Offic. This event celebrated the spirit of adventure as runners prepared for the…

Malaysia’s Sanjay Manimaran Defends 10km Title at Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024

The streets of Singapore came alive with energy as over 13,000 runners competed in the 10km category of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2024. Among the participants, Sanjay Manimaran delivered a stellar performance, clinching victory in the men’s category…

From Personal Bests to Shared Victories: Elaine’s Mission as a Pacer

Pacing is an art form often overshadowed by the spotlight on elite runners, but for Elaine Khor Yee Lim, it’s the heartbeat of her running journey. With 27 pacing assignments since 2022, she’s a seasoned veteran in the role, yet…

TL100 Experience At Translantau Hong Kong by UTMB

On race day, as the drizzle greeted us before the race start at 9 AM sharp, the rugged trails of the TransLantau 100 transformed into a slightly slippery playground, especially on the downhills. It was an apt start for the…

Breaking Boundaries: Luke Chua’s 100km Victory in the Sekinchan Ultra on Wheels

In an extraordinary feat of resilience and determination, Chua Tze Kah, better known as Luke Chua, completed the grueling 100km Sekinchan Ultra Marathon in the wheelchair category with a net time of 10:10:07. A former national wheelchair basketball athlete, Luke’s…

Ekiden Relay Takes Centre Stage at Kelana Jaya Run Club’s 5th Anniversary

In December 2019, a simple Facebook post ignited a spark that would go on to unite the running community in Kelana Jaya. Today, the Kelana Jaya Run Club (KJRC) celebrates five years of fostering friendships, inspiring achievements, and championing the…

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…