Author

Matthew Reeder

Matthew Reeder

Matthew Reeder

Matt Reeder is a seasoned journalist and editor with more than 30 years’ experience working for regional newspapers and websites, including a 12-year stint as Group Sports Editor of The Yorkshire Post

Matt Reeder is a seasoned journalist and editor with more than 30 years’ experience working for regional newspapers and websites, including a 12-year stint as Group Sports Editor of The Yorkshire Post and Yorkshire Evening Post.

Russ Cook completes his epic run across the entire length of Africa [Photo credit: The Snapshot People Ltd]
London Marathon

‘There’s no hiding from it’ – Hardest Geezer Russ Cook reflects on London Marathon ‘setback’

Eliud Kipchoge speaking before the Cape Town Marathon 2026.
Cape Town Marathon

WATCH AGAIN as Eliud Kipchoge tackles Cape Town Marathon

Boston Marathon

Boston Marathon results 2026: John Korir sets new course record as Sharon Lokedi retains crown

John Korir Sharon Lokedi Boston Marathon 2025 photo credit Boston Athletic Association / Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon

Boston Marathon 2026: Date, start times, elite previews and how to follow

Cape Wrath Ultra, Dragon’s Back Race

‘Run free brother’ – Tributes paid to ultra-running champion David Parrish who has died

Russ Cook, known as the 'Hardest Geezer', on his run across Africa
London Marathon

Hardest Geezer adjusts London Marathon target as he accepts a ‘nice slice of humble pie’

Nathan Martin (USA) beats Kenyan Michael Kamau on the line in the LA Marathon 2026.

LA Marathon plot twist worthy of Hollywood as new footage shows chaos before dramatic finish

The new European Marathon Classics series has been launched, involving eight cities across the continent.
London Marathon

European classics are lined up for prestigious new eight-city marathon challenge series

Jess McClain was denied victory at the US Half Marathon when she was led off the course by a pace car.
USA

‘This truly sucks…’ Chaos as US Half Marathon leaders follow pace car and leave Atlanta course

Russ Cook completes his epic run across the entire length of Africa [Photo credit: The Snapshot People Ltd]
London Marathon

Hardest Geezer Russ Cook hits back as doubters fire him up for 2:30 London Marathon bid

Russ Cook completes his epic run across the entire length of Africa [Photo credit: The Snapshot People Ltd]

Why Russ Cook was cheekily given new ‘Softest Geezer’ nickname during epic challenge in Mexican mountains

Russ Cook completes his epic run across the entire length of Africa [Photo credit: The Snapshot People Ltd]
New York City Marathon

‘Hardest Geezer’ Russ Cook sets seven ‘semi-impossible’ ultra-endurance challenges – including a Forrest Gump-style non-stop run

Eliud Kipchoge London Marathon 2025
New York City Marathon

New York City Marathon 2025: Start time, how to watch live as legend Kipchoge makes debut in iconic race

Chicago Marathon

Chicago Marathon results 2025: Kiplimo follows up London form with thrilling Chicago win as Feysa dominates

Korir John wins Boston Marathon 2025 Photo credit: Boston Athletic Association / Boston Marathon
Chicago Marathon

Chicago Marathon 2025: Start time, how to watch live and why world records could be at risk

Tor des Geants

Noor van der Veen achieves incredible endurance double with Pyrenees FKT and Tor des Géants win

Berlin Marathon

Berlin Marathon 2025: Start time, how to watch live and why this is strongest ever line-up

Eliud Kipchoge press conference 2025 photo credit TCS London Marathon
Sydney Marathon

Sydney Marathon 2025: Start time, how to watch live and why course records are under threat

Jan Frodeno PTO TOUR US Open 2023
UTMB World Series

Triathlon legend Jan Frodeno goes outside comfort zone to take on epic OCC UTMB challenge

California trail running UTMB
Pacific Trails California by UTMB, UTMB World Series

Spectacular China and California additions to this year’s UTMB World Series

12 Next

Become Faster in just 5 minutes.

Get the latest news, stories, gear, and data in triathlon, running, cycling and swimming for athletes chasing their next finish line. Join 50,000+ readers breaking their limits with The Daily Split Newsletter

Join For Free
HOME MENU