Kibet ends Kenya's marathon wait

Luke Kibet ended Kenya's 20-year wait for a men's world marathon title with a comfortable victory in the first event of the 11th world championships on Saturday. The 24-year-old prison guard......

African rivalry set to dominate Mumbai Marathon

African athletes are expected to continue their dominance with runners from Kenya and Ethiopia likely to battle it out for top honours from among 2475 participants at the 9th Standard Chartered......

Searing heat marks Osaka opening

Searing heat, a lightning fast track and a stellar start by Sweden's Carolina Kluft heralded the opening day of the 11th world championships on Saturday. Tyson Gay and Asafa Powell raced through......

Abera wins Mumbai Marathon as Ethiopians rule roost

Ethiopian Tesfaye Abera crosses the finish line at the Mumbai Marathon on Sunday. Photograph: Reuben V/Rediff.com Ethiopian Tesfaye Abera won the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon, crossing the......