Racism dispute roils IU Little 500 cycling race
Josh Weir, a Black rider on Team Major Taylor, faces claims he is a ringer after a dispute over his racing background. Arbitration twice ruled him eligible, then new USA Cycling evidence suggested past Category I status. IU seeks focus on the race amid tensions and protests.
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Woman flies to Carbondale to deliver race entry
Marilee Arrow volunteers for a unique race entry mission traveling from St Louis to Marion and Carbondale. She endures a 24 hour trip, hotel costs, and a daunting post office stop to hand carry the application for the Angry Beavers team. The race aims for completion, not victory, with entries capped at 250.
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River to River Relay Sees Surging Demand and Online Prospects
The River to River Relay draws heavy demand with rapid fillings and potential online registration and lottery for future entries. McQuarrie notes many original teams remain and predicts high interest, with 80 miles run by eight runners from Pine Hills to Golconda, through Shawnee National Forest to the Ohio River.
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Woman dies two days after Boston Marathon
Cynthia Lucero, 28, died two days after collapsing near the Boston Marathon finish area while fundraising for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital in a coma and had life support removed on Wednesday night. The death marks the second fatality in the marathon’s 106-year history.
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River to River Relay warms loyal runners and volunteers
Letters to race director Keith McQuarrie celebrate the River to River Relay. Runners express gratitude for organization and motivation, volunteers are praised for friendliness and dedication, with some noting logistics and spirit as standout features.
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