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Expeditions and adventures

After 50,000km, British around-the-world walker faces final hurdle – at doorstep

Ex-paratrooper Karl Bushby set off on his adventure from his home 28 years ago with the rule that he would not use any form of transport.

Hyrox

Hyrox Beijing athlete apologises to China, competitors after soiling herself

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Trail running and hiking

Chinese runner is first athlete to complete 330km Tor des Géants in under 66 hours

Hyrox

US private-equity firm close to buying controlling stake in fitness brand Hyrox

Sources say L Catterton values the brand at about US$700 million, and may bring in global partners including from Asia to co-invest.

Participants in the women’s doubles race competing at the burpee broad jump station during a Hyrox competition in Bangkok, Thailand last month. Photo: AP
Participants in the women’s doubles race competing at the burpee broad jump station during a Hyrox competition in Bangkok, Thailand last month. Photo: AP
Marathons

Gobena shatters Sydney Marathon record, Jepchirchir takes women’s title

Addisu Gobena claims first World Marathon Major title, knocking almost 90 seconds off previous best time.

Hyrox

Hong Kong Hyrox tickets go on sale Thursday, and they could be gone in 30 minutes

Registration for public opens on Thursday, after two-day affiliate presale sees strong demand, with allocations selling out in minutes.

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Trail running and hiking

Put on your running shoes: Asia’s top trail runs from Hong Kong to Mount Fuji

No longer just for elite athletes, trail running is booming in popularity among amateurs looking for something that is scenic and challenging.

The Lantau 2 Peaks is considered one of the toughest trail races in Hong Kong. Photo: Action Asia Events
The Lantau 2 Peaks is considered one of the toughest trail races in Hong Kong. Photo: Action Asia Events
Trail running and hiking

AK-47s, landmines, typhoons: Hong Kong’s trail running king has dodged them all

Michael Maddess has been at the heart of the sport in Asia for decades, he has no plans to stop any time soon.

Wellness

50km ultra-marathon on ‘magical’ 5-day Easter Island holiday a race like no other

A five-day running and hiking tour of Rapa Nui left this writer in awe of the Pacific island’s landscape and spirituality, and slightly lost.

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Marathons

London Marathon to become 2-day event in 2027, open up places for 100,000 runners

A record 1.33 million athletes have applied to take part in next year’s events, which will take place on the weekend of April 24.

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe crosses the finish line to win the London Marathon in a world-record time. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong Marathon

Priority-entry registration for Hong Kong bridge half-marathon opens on Thursday

Early registration for city’s highest-level road race is for those who meet specific qualifying times; public ballot begins a week later.

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Half Marathon, to be held on November 15, will be accompanied this year by a 10km race. Photo: Eugene Lee
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Half Marathon, to be held on November 15, will be accompanied this year by a 10km race. Photo: Eugene Lee
Swimming

Japan bans photos at beach volleyball over voyeurism; China swimsuit mum could sue

Women’s safety behind Japanese decision while woman who suffered wardrobe malfunction in Shanghai wants dissemination of her photos stopped.

Hyrox

Hong Kong’s largest Hyrox event attracts fitness fanatics from over 60 countries

More than 19,500 competitors are expected to converge on AsiaWorld-Expo over the three days from Friday.

Oxfam Trailwalker

Oxfam Trailwalker to introduce 20km category to mark event’s 50th anniversary

While signature 100km race requires all team members to be at least 18 on race day, the new event allows those aged 14 or above to take part.

Henry Tang, director general of Oxfam Hong Kong (second from left) and Bernard Chan, Oxfam Trailwalker steering group convenor (fourth from left) at the event press conference on Wednesday. Photo: Nora Tam
Marathons

Sawe Adidas shoes spike online, with resellers asking up to US$4,000 a pair

Trainers that retail for US$500 are going for astronomical sums, but some question whether they are actually worth it.

Sebastian Sawe became the first runner to break the two-hour barrier in a marathon. Photo: Xinhua
Sebastian Sawe became the first runner to break the two-hour barrier in a marathon. Photo: Xinhua
Marathons

Adidas gets lift from 2 sub-2-hour runs, 2 world records at London Marathon

Both men’s and women’s winners, Sabastian Sawe and Yomif Kejelcha, wore the German brand’s new lightweight shoe, as did the men’s runner-up.

Marathons

London Marathon star Sawe says ‘nothing is impossible’ after sub-2-hour record

City’s race chief believes Sabastian Sawe achievement could be ‘greatest sporting moment’ of the 21st century.

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Sabastian Sawe makes history with first sub-two-hour marathon in London

Kenyan first man to complete marathon distance in less than two hours, while Tigst Assefa smashes her own women’s-only world record.

Sabastian Sawe crosses the finishing line following his record-breaking London Marathon run. Photo: Reuters
Sabastian Sawe crosses the finishing line following his record-breaking London Marathon run. Photo: Reuters
Marathons

‘Natural instinct,’ says man who helped fellow runner finish Boston Marathon

Northern Irishman Aaron Beggs and Brazilian Robson De Olivera sprang into action when Ajay Haridasse collapsed about 300m from the end.

Marathons

More waves, moving aid stations; meet the scientist changing the Boston Marathon

With more than 32,000 runners expected to take part in Monday’s race, organisers have been getting creative in managing time and space.

Marathons

Hong Kong bridge half-marathon gets platinum status, now city’s top-ranked race

Global governing body World Athletics upgrades race on Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge for 2026 season.

Runners set off at the start of the 2025 Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Half Marathon. Photo: Eugene Lee
World Rugby

Ex-Wales flanker Parks on ‘dark thoughts’ and going Pole to Pole with Will Smith

Forced to retire from rugby, the Welshman emerged from a period of introspection as an adventurer, polar explorer and guide to Hollywood’s A-list.

Already an established explorer, Richard Parks (left) worked alongside Hollywood superstar Will Smith in his Pole to Pole film. Photo: Nat Geo TV
Already an established explorer, Richard Parks (left) worked alongside Hollywood superstar Will Smith in his Pole to Pole film. Photo: Nat Geo TV
Hong Kong Marathon

Law urges caution over Hong Kong Marathon route change, 2-day event proposal

Organisers considering moving finish line to Kai Tak Sports Park with recommendation expected this month.

Marathons

How Hong Kong helped this US sprinter meet fresh challenges, learn to run again

Claire Cormier Thielke moved to the city in 2019, made friends through running and has now even completed the 777 Marathon Challenge.

Trail running and hiking

Hong Kong 4 Trails Ultra Challenge finisher to ‘do something else with my life’

‘Completely dedicated’ Englishman Scott Pugh says everything came right on the day as he completes the race in less than 60 hours.

It took Scott Pugh three attempts and seven-and-a-half years, and quitting alcohol, to get to the pinnacle of the Four Trails challenge. Photo: HK4TUC
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