Category: Running

News #71: Self-Transcendence 24-Hour Track Race — London, United Kingdom

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On the weekend of 20–21 September 2025, 52 dedicated runners gathered at Battersea Park’s Millennium Stadium in London for the Self-Transcendence 24-Hour Track Race. Despite challenging, blustery conditions, participants embraced the physical and mental challenge of covering as many laps as possible within 24 hours.

In his debut at this distance, Julien Cazorla (FRA) led the men’s field with an impressive 242.939 km (150.955 miles). Paula Bedford (GBR) topped the women’s division with 188.605 km (117.193 miles). Notably, seven athletes surpassed the 200 km mark, and 31 runners completed over 100 miles, highlighting the event’s competitive spirit and the athletes’ endurance.

The race, organized by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in conjunction with Run and Become, is renowned for its superb organization and has been a fixture in the UK ultrarunning calendar since 1989. It serves as a testament to the principles of self-transcendence, perseverance, and community.

More Information:

To explore upcoming Sri Chinmoy races: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #70: Sri Chinmoy Duathlon – Tockington, Bristol, United Kingdom

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On 14 September 2025, the Sri Chinmoy Duathlon at Tockington, near Bristol, United Kingdom, delivered one of the fastest races in the series. All participants completed the course in under an hour, with 11 athletes finishing in under 40 minutes, and new women’s course records were set.

Colette Sanderson became the first woman to complete the Short Course, setting a new record of 33:57, while Christopher Clarke claimed victory in the Short Course/Open category in 26:59. In the full-distance race, Sonka Reimers established a new women’s course record of 34:33, surpassing the previous best by over a minute. The long-course overall winner was veteran 60+ athlete Alan Price, who finished in 34:18, demonstrating remarkable endurance and skill.

The 2025 season now comes to a close. Next year, the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team plans three Duathlons, a Try-a-Tri at Tockington, a three-race running series on the Sri Chinmoy Peace Mile in Eastville, and the signature Ice Cream Relay (3 × 1 Mile).

More Information:

To explore upcoming Sri Chinmoy races: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy’s vision and legacy: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #69: Sri Chinmoy Yarra Boulevard Half Marathon, 10 km & 5 km – Melbourne, Australia

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On Sunday, 14 September, 2025, the Sri Chinmoy Yarra Boulevard Half Marathon, 10 km, and 5 km races were held in Richmond, Melbourne, Australia, along the scenic Yarra Boulevard. The Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team organized the event, offering a fast, flat, traffic-free course, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers.

Half-marathon runners started with a 1.1 km loop followed by four laps of the 5 km circuit, while the 10 km and 5 km participants completed two laps and one lap, respectively. The event drew a spirited crowd, united by endurance, community, and the joy of running together.

More Information:

To explore upcoming Sri Chinmoy races: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy’s vision and legacy: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #68: Sri Chinmoy Auckland Series – Race 7, Half & Quarter Marathon, 4.5 km, and Children’s 1.5 km

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On Sunday, 14 September 2025, runners and walkers gathered in the beautiful Auckland Domain in New Zealand under a fine, breezy, early-spring sky for Race 7 of the Sri Chinmoy Auckland Series.

Race Highlights:

  • Half-Marathon (21.1 km): Nikolas Drakos finished first in 1:19:05, followed by Johnathon Hew (1:27:59) and Mark Andrew (1:33:07). In the women’s division, Lisa Harris won with 1:55:23, with Claire Twomey (2:08:30) and Daisy Hodder (2:09:47) placing second and third.
  • Quarter Marathon (10.55 km): Thirteen-year-old Abigail Bethell won outright in 43:58, breaking the women’s course record by over three minutes. She was followed by her mother Amanda Bethell (48:34) and Zara Benton (52:56). In the men’s quarter, the top three were Leo Ebner (45:51), Laxmikant Sinha (48:52), and Oscar Sheweiry (52:41).
  • 4.5 km Race: Christopher Rawles won the men’s race (21:54), with Tais Stevenson (25:27) and James McLennan (29:32) following. In the women’s race, Larissa Wildsmith claimed first (23:46), followed by Jeewon Kim (25:46) and Lisa Brown (29:30).
  • Children’s 1.5 km: In the boys’ category, Harvey Watson crossed in 6:54, followed by Villa Zhang (7:09) and Theo Maslin (8:18). In the girls’ category, Harriet Maslin won in 7:06, with Elsie Ward and Sienna Boyle tying at 8:26.

The day unfolded with unwavering courage, quiet determination, and an uplifting spirit of unity — reflecting the deeper ideals of Sri Chinmoy’s path to service, oneness, and inner growth.

More Information:

To explore upcoming Sri Chinmoy races: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #67: The 12th Annual Sri Chinmoy Peace-Mile 6-Hour Race – Munich, Germany, September 13, 2025

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On September 13, 2025, Munich hosted the 12th Annual Sri Chinmoy Peace-Mile 6-Hour Race at Am Kapuzinerhölzl. This unique event invited both solo and relay participants to run as many laps as possible within a 6-hour window on a certified 1.58 km loop. The race is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, excellent vegan catering, and supportive volunteers.

Participants demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination throughout the event. The event fostered a sense of community, with runners supporting each other throughout the day. The presence of relay teams added an element of teamwork and camaraderie, enhancing the overall experience for all involved.

Heartfelt thanks are extended to all participants, volunteers, and supporters who made this event a success. Their dedication and enthusiasm are truly inspiring. The Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team looks forward to welcoming everyone again next year for another memorable race.

For More Information:

For more information about races, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.