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Lindo’s To Lindo’s Road Race Marks Its 25th Year
The Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race, the annual diabetes fundraiser, will mark its 25th anniversary with its event on Sunday, March 3rd. A spokesperson said, “The competitive 10k run, 4-mile competitive walk and 4-mile fun run/walk will see participants start their route at Lindo’s Family Foods in Warwick at 8:30am before making their way to... Read more of this article
Mbelenzi Pays Tribute To Kenyan Kiptum
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kenyan Dennis Mbelenzi, a well-known runner in local races, has paid tribute to his compatriot and men’s marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum, who died in a road accident in his home country yesterday [February 11]. Kiptum, who was killed alongside his coach, Rwanda’s Gervais Hakizimana, was 24 years old. He won... Read more of this article
Video: Interview With Runner Ed Sherlock
[Written by Stephen Wright] Ed Sherlock, one of Bermuda’s greatest road runners, said he is thrilled to witness the annual Ed Sherlock 8K Road Race – named in his honour – go from strength to strength. The race, which started three decades ago, is the opening leg of the Swan’s Running Club Legend Series and was held in Southampton yesterday... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Ed Sherlock 8K Running Race
Sean Trott and Gayle Lindsay made winning starts to the Swan’s Running Club Legend Series after claiming top honours in the Ed Sherlock 8K Road Race today [February 11]. Trott, who won the series in 2019 and 2022, won the race in 27min 45sec, with Chayce Smith coming second in 28:00 and Thomas Mills third in 28:22. Meanwhile, Lindsay, who is aiming... Read more of this article
New Male Champion Set For Legend Series
[Written by Stephen Wright] A new male champion will be crowned this year in the Swan’s Running Club Legend Series. The annual series gets underway on Sunday with the Ed Sherlock 8K Run in Southampton, followed by the Ray Swan Flat 8K in Pembroke on March 24, the Ludwig Cann 10K in Warwick on April 7, and the Bermuda Healthcare “Sir” Stanley Burgess... Read more of this article
BSSF Middle School Cross Country Results
The 2024 Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Cross Country Championships was held at the Arboretum. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy’s Cechini twins stole the show at the 2024 Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Cross Country Championships held at the Arboretum. Gabriella Cechini won the over 13 girls race in impressive... Read more of this article
Swan’s Running Club Aiming To Be Eco-Friendly
In an eco-conscious initiative, Swan’s Running Club partnered with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] to develop “sustainability goals to help minimize the environmental impact of the club’s race events.” Amin Smith, spokesperson for Swan’s, said, “Our race directors have been taking steps to reduce ‘race waste’ and make our events... Read more of this article
Photos, Videos: Teachers Union Race & Awards
Chayce Smith and Stepanka Sprincova were the men’s and women’s champions in the Bermuda Union of Teachers 5K Run today [February 4]. Smith finished the race in 16min 45sec while Sprincova crossed the line in 19:52 to finish fifth overall. Tim Price was the second fastest male [17:55], and Kwame Curling was third [18:22]. Rebecca Shepherd was the... Read more of this article
Ed Sherlock 8k Race To Be Held On Feb 11
The Ed Sherlock 8k, the first race in the 2024 Legends Race Series, will be held on February 11. A spokesperson said, “The first race of the 2024 Legends Race Series, the Ed Sherlock 8k race, will take place on Sunday, February 11 starting and finishing at Southampton Rangers Club. This will be the 32nd year of the race and we look forward to... Read more of this article
Estwanik And MacGuinness Win Fidelity 5K
Chris Estwanik returned to the local running scene with a victory in the David Saul Memorial – Fidelity 5K Run today [January 28]. Estwanik, the eight-time Bermuda Day Half Marathon champion, posted a time of 15min 42sec. Adam Prunty came second in 17:13, and Sanchez Smith placed third in 18:00. Dominique Mayho, one of the top Bermudian cyclists,... Read more of this article
Geordie Wardman To Run In Memory Of Son
[Written by Stephen Wright] Geordie Wardman will tackle a 100-mile ultra-marathon across the Utah desert as part of a “crazy goal” to raise $100,000 to start a scholarship in memory of his son Finn, who died in a tragic accident last year. Finn, who was studying business administration at Durham University in England, was just 20 years old when... Read more of this article
Photos/Videos: Butterfield & Vallis Youth Races
On Sunday morning, the streets were bustling with energy as the Butterfield & Vallis race series was held, bringing together participants of all ages, from enthusiastic young runners to seasoned adult competitors. The morning kicked off with the 1k race, designed specifically for the youngest athletes and the focus then shifted to the older students... Read more of this article
Photos & 360: Butterfield & Vallis Race Awards
The Butterfield & Vallis 5K Run & Walk was held today [January 21], with hundreds of runners and walkers taking part in the event, which raises money for the Action on Alzheimer’s and Dementia charity. Prior to the 5K race, a 1k race was held for lower primary students, and a 2.7K race was held for upper primary and middle school students,... Read more of this article
Minors & Riihiluoma Awarded Butterfield Cup
The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge Committee, in collaboration with title sponsor Butterfield, awarded the Butterfield Cups to Dage Minors and Catherine Riihiluoma for their performances as the fastest local male and fastest local female in the 2024 Butterfield Mile. A Butterfield spokesperson commented “The Butterfield Mile is a showcase event... Read more of this article
Sealey And Cechini Claim 5K Race Titles
Kahzi Sealey and Gabriella Cechini were crowned the male and female champions in the Butterfield and Vallis 5K Run today [January 21]. Sealey, who also won the Powerade 5K in July, posted a time of 17min 42sec. In the women’s race, Cechini, who won the recent girls’ middle school race in the Butterfield Mile, claimed top honours in 19:55. Christopher... Read more of this article
Photos & Videos: Butterfield & Vallis 5K Race
[Updated with photos] The Butterfield & Vallis 5K is taking place this morning [Jan 21] and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “This year, Action on Alzheimer’s and Dementia are the chosen charity with all race proceeds going to this amazing cause. The races kick off at 8.30am with a 1k race for lower primary... Read more of this article
