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Five British athletes have been selected to represent the UK at the World Race Walking Team Championships in Muscat. The team aims to showcase their talent on the global stage in this prestigious event.
India’s Nitin Gupta clinched the silver medal in the 5000m race walk at the Asian U-18 Youth Athletics Championship, showcasing promising talent and securing a proud moment for Indian athletics.
A world record in race walking was nullified after officials discovered the course was measured incorrectly. The error led to an invalid result, prompting organizers to void the record, per NPR reports.
Yes, race walking is an Olympic sport known for its unique technique requiring one foot to stay in contact with the ground at all times. Athletes face judges who ensure compliance, making it a test of both endurance and form.
At the Olympic race walking event, a novice spectator unexpectedly found relief from lochterrhea, highlighting a surprising connection between endurance sports and digestive health. Details emerging at The Torch-NPR.
Priyanka Goswami set a new national record in the 35km race walk at a meet in Slovakia, showcasing her growing dominance in Indian athletics. Her performance marks a significant milestone ahead of upcoming international events.
In “Sprinting Toward Running’s Red Carpet” (2023), The New York Times explores the surge of elite athletes redefining sprinting, blending speed with style as the sport gains unprecedented global attention and prestige.
In a recent Q&A with CBC Kids, Canadian Olympian Evan Dunfee shared how he began race walking, revealing his early passion for the sport and the dedication that propelled him to international success.
Once a proud American staple, race walking has become the butt of Olympic jokes today. What was once a favored sport now struggles for respect and recognition on the global stage.