runners

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NBA stars such as Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson wear Anta on the court, and top East African runners have taken the podiums in them.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

In the sixth inning, Kyle Hurt stranded two runners on base to complete a scoreless inning and lower his earned-run average to 0.90.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

As well as solo runners there are plenty of relay race competitors, with many costumes on display.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

The annual Belfast City Marathon has begun with thousands of runners aiming to complete the 26.2-mile course.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

After school Kyro sends the cross-country runners off through the back hills, so I stay on the track alone.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen