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Will a Kenyan win the Grandma's Marathon men's race for an eighth consecutive year, or can an American cross the finish line first at the 46th running on Saturday in Duluth.
Since a virtual participation year in 2020, Grandma's Marathon entry numbers have risen to a record 9,993 in 2024. It was the 10th-largest U.S. marathon in 2023 with 6,690 finishers.
During the race, Grandma’s Marathon runners felt the love and support from the Northland. Running over 26 miles is easier said that done, but with cheers from friends, family or other spectators ...
Jun. 18—As the only two people to have started and finished every single Grandma's Marathon since the first in 1977, Jim Nowak and John Naslund have seen it all over the 1,152 miles they've ...
Leah Hulst, portraying 'Grandma' Rosa Brochi, greets Dakotah Lindwurm of Eagan, Minnesota, at the finish line of Grandma's Marathon on Saturday, June 19, 2021, in Duluth. Lindwurm was the women's ...
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Grandma’s organizers hope to decide whether the in-person race will be held as far in advance as possible so runners can adjust training and travel plans. Last year, the race was 100% virtual.
Grandma's Marathon, the popular summer rite in Duluth, has sold out its June race — the fastest that has happened since 2016. There are 9,500 runners signed up to tackle the 26.2-mile race June ...
Mar. 23—DULUTH — If you were waiting for the snow to melt before committing to running Grandma's Marathon in 2023, you're out of luck. First off, there's more snow in the forecast for Duluth ...
I was reminded last weekend that whether temps are high or low, Grandma’s Marathon ranks among the best 26.2-milers anywhere. In “The Ultimate Guide to Marathons,” a book by Dennis Craythorn ...
Events include Grandma’s Marathon, the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon and the William A. Irvin 5K. The events will not be rescheduled, said Shane Bauer, executive director of Grandma’s Marathon.
Since a virtual participation year in 2020, Grandma's Marathon entry numbers have risen to a record 9,993 in 2024. It was the 10th-largest U.S. marathon in 2023 with 6,690 finishers.