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Galway ultra-runner, Richard Donovan, is attempting to become the first person to run seven marathons in seven continents in under five days, all in aid of GOAL's efforts to alleviate the suffering of people affected by famine and drought in the Horn of Africa.

When the trees are almost bare, and starry starry nights and frosty mornings return, it must be time for Hollymount Road Races. Yes, the 46th version of this legendary Annual International event takes place next Sunday, November 13. There will be three races around the familiar testing 3k circuit. Many famous names in Irish athletics have done battle here over the years and once again a top class field is expected from clubs around the province and further afield, as well as the traditional coachload from the Liverpool area.

The Mayo AC ladies team were on top form at the 25th European Club Road Race Cup in Almeirim in Portugal at the weekend. The four member team recorded exceptionally good times for the 15 kilometre race held on a flat course but in very warm summer-like conditions, with temperatures reaching 25 degrees.

Former Olympian and cross-country athlete Catherina McKiernan was the first woman home in the inaugural Conamara 10k.

Irish running legend Catherina McKiernan will be the race starter at the inaugural Conamara 10k on October 8.

Galway’s two Olympic hopefuls did not enjoy the best results in this year World Athletic Championships in South Korea.

Galwegian Gary Thornton is hoping to follow sprinter Paul Hession's footsteps with qualification for the London Olympics.

Cuddihy selected for world championships

BRI, the advocacy and peer support association for brain injury persons are running a marathon in Galway on August 28.

The Galway Walking Club is currently accepting registration for the marathon and half marathon which takes place on Saturday August 13.