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In the world of running, Shalane Flanagan looms large with the kind of mythical aura that would surround a Marvel superhero. Only in this instance, of course, Flanagan is real and doesn’t rely on cinematic techniques or a writer’s room to deliver a plot line rife with...
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For decades now, cyclists and their fans have been clambering for a women’s Tour de France. While the sport offers numerous events in the realm of road to gravel racing for female cyclists, they all tend to fall short to the kind of European stage race that has...
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If you've been keeping up with SAS Australia over the last few weeks, you don't need us to tell you how absolutely incredible Olympian Jana Pittman has been. Not also has she been crushing every task on the show - both physically and mentally - but, as we found out...
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