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World Treadmill Championships Launching in 2026 with $100K Prize

10/30/2025

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Technogym and World Athletics announced the inaugural World Treadmill Championships, Run X, set to take place in 2026.
The 5K indoor event aims to remove weather and terrain barriers, making global running accessible.
Competitors race on Technogym-connected treadmills, with real-time data feeding a global leaderboard.
The top runners will advance to regional and world finals for a $100,000 prize and wildcard entries, according to Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics.

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Technogym and World Athletics announced the inaugural World Treadmill Championships, Run X, set to take place in 2026.
The 5K indoor event aims to remove weather and terrain barriers, making global running accessible.
Competitors race on Technogym-connected treadmills, with real-time data feeding a global leaderboard.
The top runners will advance to regional and world finals for a $100,000 prize and wildcard entries, according to Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics.