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Jenny Simpson Tries to Keep Winning Streak Alive in 1500

July 09, 2015

Simpson said after USAs that she has no plans to attack Mary Slaney‘s 3:57.12 U.S. record prior to Worlds. That said, if it’s going to take 3:57 to win the race — and with this field, it could — the record is in jeopardy.

From LetsRun.com

On July 5, 2014, Jenny Simpson ran 3:57.22 for 1500...

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Genzebe Dibaba sets African 1500m record of 3:54.11 in Barcelona

July 08, 2015

Genzebe’s choice of events at the IAAF World Championships in Beijing opens or closes the door to a possible gold for women in her event, as she would be favored in either the 1500 or 5000.

By Phil Minshull, IAAF

Genzebe Dibaba set an African 1500m record of 3:54.11 in Barcelona’s famous...

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Harrisburg Mile ‘has something for everyone,’ from kids to elite runners

July 08, 2015

"The Mile is a unique event. It is a race event that has something for everyone. We have participants that walk a Mile during the fun run/walk, elite runners in the elite heat, and everything in between."

By Kelly Leighton, The Patriot News

The First National Bank Harrisburg Mile is set to...

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Gallagher Has Sights on World Championships Qualifier

July 08, 2015

With the work I’ve done this spring, I am confident that I have that time in me. Now I just have to make it happen.

By Patrick McCormack, Brooklyn Daily

Kerri Gallagher exceeded her own expectations at the USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships, moving her closer to putting her name among...

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