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Malaysia’s Leo Tan Shatters National Record Again with 2:22:34 Finish at 2023 Fukuoka International Marathon

Tan Huong Leong (Leo) once again etched his name in Malaysia’s marathon history at the 2023 Fukuoka International Marathon held last Sunday, breaking the national record. Leo completed the challenging race in an impressive time of 2 hours, 22 minutes,…

Kids Eco Dash 2023 at Farm Fresh UPM Serdang Draws 300 Young Participants

In a lively showcase of youthful exuberance and eco-passion, 300 kids, aged 4 to 12, laced up their sneakers to hit the tracks for the Kids Eco Dash fun run extravaganza at Farm Fresh UPM Serdang. Racing along both road…

More than 44,000 Runners in Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2023 Cover Distance to the Moon and Back

The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2023  concluded an exceptional weekend of world-class racing, setting new benchmarks for endurance  races in the region. As the World Athletics Gold Label race and National Championship made  their triumphant return, SCSM2023 witnessed over…

Malaysia’s Sanjay Manimaran Dominates Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 10KM Run

The second day of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2023 witnessed an electrifying battle in the 10km category, with nearly 17,000 runners creating a spectacle on the vibrant streets of Singapore. The focal point of this mass participation running…

Indonesia’s Rahmad Setiabudi and Singapore’s Huang Xin Rong Shine as 5KM Champions at Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2023

The 5KM category of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2023 witnessed a dazzling dual triumph as Indonesia’s Rahmad Setiabudi and Singapore’s Huang Xin Rong emerged as the undisputed champions of their respective divisions. Victory in the Men’s 5KM race belonged…

Thrilling Surge in Participation as Kids Dash Takes Center Stage at the 22nd Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2023

The 650-metre Kids Dash at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2023 witnessed ear-to-ear smiles and earnest looks as over 5,000 parents and children aged 12 and below took to the iconic F1 Pit Building for the first race of…

Nike Alphafly 3: Release Date Set for 4 January 2024

In a groundbreaking moment for the running world, Nike Alphafly 3’s “Prototype” colourway took center stage at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in October 2023, propelling Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum to a new marathon world record with a blistering…

[ToughASIA Exclusive] Defending Champ Ezekiel Omullo and Bernard Kipyego Gear Up for Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2023 Face-Off

As the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2023 (SCSM 2023) approaches, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown between two Kenyan running titans, Ezekiel Kemboi Omullo and Bernard Kiprop Kipyego. The defending champion, Kemboi, and the seasoned competitor, Kipyego, are…

Asia Trail Master Championship 2023 Final: Trail Fury Unleashed at Siksorogo Lawu Ultra

Brace yourselves for the ultimate showdown as the Asia Trail Master Championship 2023 reaches its climax at the spectacular Siksorogo Lawu Ultra in Central Java, Indonesia, on 2 and 3 December. Elite runners are gearing up to conquer the challenging…

Philimon Kiptoo Kipchumba Breaks Chinese All-Comers’ Record in Shanghai International Marathon 2023

In a thrilling display at the Shanghai Marathon, Kenyan runner Philimon Kiptoo Kipchumba secured a resounding victory and set new records. Clocking in at 2:05:35, Kipchumba not only claimed the title but also established a new Chinese all-comers’ record. The…