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👟 Deckers Brands posted a $1 billion quarter driven largely by one brand's explosive growth, beating Wall Street's earnings expectations.

🧠 A new study on exercise and mental health is uncovering a surprising link to brain chemistry that could change how you think about staying active.

🚴 Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar earned over €500,000 in prize money alone, but that's not even close to how most of his fortune is made.

🏃 More than 40,000 runners heading into the TCS Sydney Marathon are getting access to a first-of-its-kind AI coaching program worth tens of millions of dollars.

XTERRA Lake Scanno held its 13th edition July 24 to 26 in Abruzzo, Italy, with Riccardo Ridolfi defending his men's title in 2:49:11 and Francesca Ravazzolo repeating as women's champion in 4:03:51. More than 130 children participated in Sunday's Kids races. XTERRA

Long-distance triathlon world record holder Sam Laidlow has confirmed his entry in Challenge Samarkand's middle-distance race on September 13, 2026. He'll use the event as his final tune-up before the World Championships in Kona. Challenge Family

The Key West Half Marathon & Runfest has introduced a new "Happy Pecker" incentive, awarding a rooster-themed hat to participants who complete any two distances. Registration is now open for the 2027 event, including the half marathon, 10K, 8K, 5K, Papa's Pilar Rum Stroll and Beach N' Beer Mile. Key West Half Marathon & Runfest

The 49th Annual San Francisco Marathon concluded with more than 30,000 athletes competing across the Full Marathon and 52.4-mile Ultramarathon. Top finishers included Garret Patrick in 2:26:25, Leandra Zimmerman in 2:45:14, and ultra winners Spencer Fluetsch and Kelly Cockell. The San Francisco Marathon

Henry Räppo of Estonia and Bridget Theunissen of South Africa won the 11th edition of Challenge Turku, finishing in 3:35:10 and 4:12:12, respectively. Henrik Goesch and Jasmine Holmes took second place in the men's and women's races. Challenge Turku

Sam Long won the men's race in 3:32:25 and Kirsten Kasper claimed the women's title in 4:00:50 at the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 Boise triathlon. Kasper overcame a five-minute deficit on the run to edge Hannah Berry and Hanne De Vet. The IRONMAN Group

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 11, 2026 will feature defending champions Jacob Kiplimo and Hawi Feysa against a deep field including Brigid Kosgei, Sharon Lokedi, Amos Kipruto and American Charles Hicks. Marcel Hug and Tatyana McFadden will headline the wheelchair divisions. Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Running USA has named five runners to its inaugural Charity Team for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 11, 2026. The athletes will raise funds to support the organization's running industry education, advocacy, research and leadership development mission. Running USA

Fuelin and Zoot Sports have launched a limited-edition endurance apparel collection, available until August 17, 2026. All profits will be donated to Cure SCN2A, an Australian charity working to develop the first treatment for SCN2A-related disorders in children. Fuelin

RaceInsure has expanded its online event liability insurance platform to Arkansas and Georgia. The expansion allows race directors to get instant quotes, purchase coverage, and generate Certificates of Insurance entirely online. RaceInsure

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