Runners Tribe News Updates

Article written by Michael Beisty for Runner’s Tribe Disclaimer: The author is not a qualified medical practitioner or accredited coach. The information provided is not intended as medical advice or to replace advice given by trained medical or allied health professionals or qualified coaches. Content herein does not constitute specific advice to… Read more »

This week’s episode is sponsored by the 2025 Buffalo Stampede Festival by SingleTrack Events. Find your epic and run with nature. Sign up https://buffalostampede.au/ Brad is baffled by an unusual running accessory. Julian profiles what runners won’t return a greeting. Brady relives his pro-running career out at Bendigo. This week’s running news is presented… Read more »

Once a rising fast bowler in Sri Lanka, Rumesh Tharanga has now emerged as one of the world’s top javelin throwers. At just 21, he leads the 2025 global rankings after an 85.41m throw at the Perth Track Classic. Originally a cricket prodigy, Tharanga clocked 134 km/h as a teenager… Read more »

Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout is poised to make history at the Queensland titles this weekend as he returns to the track for the first time this year. His manager, James Templeton, believes the 17-year-old could break the 10-second barrier in the 100m and become the first Australian to run… Read more »

A column by Len Johnson It’s not often you pop down the road to see a national record. But that’s what happened when Georgia Griffith broke Abbey Caldwell’s national mark in the 1000 metres this week (Thursday 6 March).   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by… Read more »

World Athletics is exploring the creation of a new commercial entity to manage its rights and attract investment, with Saudi Arabia’s SURJ Sports Investment reportedly considering buying a stake. The Public Investment Fund (PIF)-backed firm has already engaged in discussions that could value the business at £500 million (US$644 million).… Read more »

This week’s episode is sponsored by the 2025 Buffalo Stampede Festival by SingleTrack Events. Find your epic and run with nature. Sign up https://buffalostampede.au/ Brad adds a bit more progression to his training load. Julian comes back from ear surgery and works through his return to running program. Brady clocks a win out in… Read more »

Georgia Griffith delivered a stunning performance at the Box Hill Burn, setting a new Australian women’s 1000m record with a blistering time of 2:34.50. This achievement erased the previous record of 2:34.63, set by Abbey Caldwell in 2023. Griffith, known for her strong finishing speed and tactical racing, continues to… Read more »

British middle-distance runner Jake Wightman announced he will no longer be coached by his father, Geoff Wightman, thanking him for his years of dedication. Wightman, the 2022 1500m world champion, cited the need to separate their professional and personal relationship for future success. Despite recent injuries, he remains focused on… Read more »

The World Athletics Road Running Championships will no longer take place in San Diego as planned for September 2025. World Athletics is in talks with new potential hosts and will announce a new location soon. San Diego 25 CEO Tracy Sundlun expressed disappointment but pledged support for a smooth transition.… Read more »