Torregosa earns 2nd place finish in Milo Marathon National Finals

Glendale G. Rosal 12/01/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Rising long-distance runner Artjoy Torregosa showcased her potential as the next “Marathon Queen” with a stellar second-place finish in the women’s elite 42-kilometer division of the Milo Marathon National Finals, held Sunday morning,…

Sydney Marathon is seventh world marathon major

11/04/2024

Sydney, Australia–Sydney was elevated to the World Marathon Majors on Monday, November 4, 2024, joining the likes of London, New York and Boston at the pinnacle of global distance racing. Its confirmation as the seventh member of the…

Gealon Racing Team runners to vie in races outside Cebu

Glendale G. Rosal 05/10/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Gealon Racing Team runners Andy Toniacao and Kelvin Boyles will compete in two separate long-distance races outside Cebu starting this weekend. The newly-formed team of Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon will send Boyles and…

Beyond the finish line: Why it’s not easy being a runner

Brian J. Ochoa 05/06/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines–The sight of a runner crossing the finish line with a triumphant smile can often mask the struggles and challenges they endure in a race.  While spectators witness the physical prowess and determination on display,…

Beijing half marathon: Organizers to investigate Chinese runner’s controversial win

04/16/2024

  Beijing, China—Beijing half marathon organizers said they are investigating a widely shared video online that appeared to show three African runners deliberately allowing China’s He Jie to win. Video clips of Sunday’s race showed the Kenyans…

Cherry Andrin making a splash in long-distance running in Cebu

Glendale Rosal 04/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cherry Andrin proved that she is of Cebu’s top long-distance runners these days. This after she topped the 21-kilometer race of the 2024 National Milo Marathon-Cebu Leg last April 7, 2024 in Mandaue City. It…

Prince Joey Lee: Getting to know one of Cebu’s top runners

Glendale Rosal 04/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Prince Joey Lee is already a household name in Cebu’s highly competitive running scene. But this elite runner from Toledo City has an interesting background to share.  The 27-year-old Lee, who recently guested with CDN…

The colorful and inspiring life of Cebu’s ‘Duster King’

Dale Rosal 03/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebu’s active running scene is filled with individuals who stand out. One of them is Leonecel Arban, popularly known as the “Duster King.” Arban, a native of Alcoy town, south Cebu, is widely known for…

Torregosa to use SM2SM Run winnings for father’s medical needs

Glendale G. Rosal 03/03/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu’s rising marathon star Artjoy Torregosa plans to use her cash prize from Sunday’s SM2SM Run 12 for her father’s medical needs.  Torregosa flexed her winning form anew after emerging as the first…

SM2SM Run 12 this Sunday draws record-breaking 13,000 runners

Glendale G. Rosal 03/02/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A record 13,075 runners will swarm the streets of Cebu City for the annual SM2SM Run that will start and finish at the SM Seaside City Cebu in South Road Properties (SRP) this…

Kenyan Chepsiror rules Waterfront to Waterfront Run 

Glendale G. Rosal 02/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Multi-titled marathoner Eric Chepsiror of Kenya added another feather to his already decorated cap after ruling his age group’s 32-kilometer footrace in the inaugural Waterfront to Waterfront Run on Sunday, February 11, at…

Kelvin Kiptum, World marathon record holder, dies in car crash 

02/12/2024

Nairobi, Kenya—World marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach Gervais Hakizimana died in a car crash in western Kenya that left a third passenger injured, police said Sunday. The 24-year-old was driving from Kaptaget to Eldoret in western Kenya around…

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