Tuliamuk, Seidel, and Kipyego Make the 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Team
On a blustery Saturday in Atlanta, the top three finishers of the Olympic Marathon Trials qualified to compete at the Tokyo Games.
Olympic Trials
Olympic Trials
Making the U.S. Olympic track and field team is considered the pinnacle of achievement in the sport. Each country has its own way of choosing its athletes—and the way in which Team USA is selected is among the most exciting to follow. Find all the latest news and athlete profiles here.
Making the U.S. Olympic track and field team is considered the pinnacle of achievement in the sport. Each country has its own way of choosing its athletes—and the way in which Team USA is selected is among the most exciting to follow. Find all the latest news and athlete profiles here.
Running Fans Are Out Strong in Support of Today’s Olympic Trials
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Atlanta’s Local High Schools Will Bring Big Crowd Support to the 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
Nearly 30 local schools have been enlisted by Atlanta Track Club to create cheer zones for runners competing in the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials.
What Would Your “Walk-Up” Song Be? 8 Top Olympic Trials Contenders Share Their Picks
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Des Linden is Still In It, For the Love of the Run
Desiree Linden is the only contender on the Olympic Marathon Trials start line who’s made the team before—twice. She has big plans this spring and this is just the beginning.
In Atlanta This Weekend? Here’s Where to Watch 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
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Sara Hall on the Olympic Marathon Trials: “I Don’t Think I Could Have Trained Any Harder”
The trajectory of Sara Hall’s career wasn’t what she—or anybody else—anticipated. Now she’s the second-fastest runner on the Olympic Trials starting line.
Emily Sisson is a Rookie Prepared for Anything at the Olympic Marathon Trials
Emily Sisson ran the fastest record-eligible American debut at the 2019 London Marathon. Could she make the Olympic team on her second try at the distance?
Kellyn Taylor’s Simple Olympic Marathon Trials Goal: Win the Race
She’s learned a lot since placing sixth at the 2016 marathon trials—and Kellyn Taylor has gotten a lot faster since then, too.
Sally Kipyego Has Faith in Her Olympic Marathon Trials Preparation—and in Herself
After giving birth to her daughter in 2017, Kipyego struggled to return to health and fitness. She says she’s feeling more like herself these days.
Emma Bates is Trying to Stay in the Moment Ahead of 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
She burst onto the marathon scene in 2018 by winning a national title at the distance. Now Emma Bates has her eyes on Tokyo.
How to Watch the 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
The Olympic Marathon Trials are the most competitive 26.2-mile races in the country. Here’s what you need to know to watch the 2020 showdown.
Olympic Trials Qualifier Autumn Ray on the Importance of Chasing Happiness
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It’s All About Community for Olympic Trials Qualifier Andrea Guerra
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Stephanie Bruce on the Olympic Trials: Sometimes a Chance is All You Need
In her fifth shot at an Olympic team, Stephanie Bruce refuses to waste the opportunity. She'll go 15 rounds if she has to.
Molly Huddle Will Draw on Experience and Strength at 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
Molly Huddle has shown her stamina on challenging 26.2-mile courses and she believes her many years of mileage will pay off at the Olympic Trials.
Amy Cragg Withdraws from the 2020 Olympic Trials, But Says She’ll Be Back
Recovering from the flu and overtraining syndrome, Amy Cragg is unable to race for a spot to compete at the Tokyo Games. But her career isn’t over.
Aliphine Tuliamuk is Practicing Patience (or Trying To)
She’s a nine-time national champion on the roads, but Aliphine Tuliamuk’s greatest marathon might still be ahead of her.
It’s More Than a Marathon for Olympic Trials Qualifier Grace Gonzales
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Olympic Trials Qualifier Kaitlin Goodman Has a Huge Goal: Making Every Runner Safe on the Road
The Safe on the Road founder envisions a world where roads are designed for everyone to use.
How Injury Taught Emma Kertesz Patience and Perseverance
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What It Feels Like to Qualify for Olympic Trials at Your First Marathon
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“I thought my best running days were over”: How Olympic Trials Qualifier Caitlyn Tateishi Found Her Way Back to Running
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Giving Up is Not An Option for Olympic Trials Qualifier Megan Cunningham
Small strides in life are creating a big career for this med student and runner.
5 Takeaways: U.S. Olympic Hopefuls Coming in Hot in 2020
At several indoor track meets across the country, the U.S. women started turning up the heat on their Olympic goals.
How These Olympic Marathon Moms Get It All Done
Kids, training, and recovery don’t always mix perfectly, but these three women give us an inside scoop on how they manage to make 26.2-mile magic happen, even when family life is hectic.
Run History: The Unforgettable 2016 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
It was hot. The contenders suffered. And the crowd went wild during a wild 2016 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials.
In Celebrating Local Olympic Hopefuls, We Lift Up Our Communities
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Six Olympic Trials Marathons: Bev Docherty Reflects on Her Historic Run
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Sara Vaughn on Babies, Body Image, and Chasing Big 2020 Goals
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The Raleigh Distance Project Proves There’s Strength in Numbers
Passion alone is powerful, but a squad committed to chasing dreams together is unstoppable.
The Women of Northern Arizona Elite Fight for the Lead
The women of Northern Arizona Elite say they have at least one 2020 Olympian on their team. They each have a crucial role to play in getting her there.