Monday Break - Issue 137
Your weekly dose of global sport, athlete stories, and insider news. Served fresh to kick off your Monday.
ZEL Outdoor Summer Party by Athletic Affair
This past Saturday, we teamed up with Zel Costa Brava to host their Outdoor Summer Party.
Guests chose their own adventure: a scenic ride from Girona with Rocacorba Atelier, a trail run with On, or a serene yoga session with Born Living Yoga on the hotel’s stunning garden grounds. Every route came with full Neversecond fueling support, and runners got to test the On Cloudvista 2 and Cloudultra 2 along 10km of Costa Brava trails.
Each guest received a welcome pack loaded with goodies from On, Neversecond, and Born Living Yoga, setting the tone for a premium experience from the first moment.
After the sweat, guests were treated to a relaxing brunch by the pool, where everyone kicked back and soaked up the summer vibes at the beautiful Zel Costa Brava resort.
Big thanks to all who joined us!
Jakob Ingebrigtsen Launches Spring Run Club
Jakob Ingebrigtsen alongside brothers Filip and Henrik, plus Norwegian athletes Karoline Bjerkeli Grøvdal and Marthe Kristoffersen—has officially launched Spring Run Club, a new global running collective aimed at uniting runners across all levels. Unlike exclusive pro squads, this initiative emphasizes inclusivity, community-building, and education by sharing training insights, tips, and science through its digital platform.
She Runs, Brands Walk? - Edition + Partners
Edition Partners’ latest piece dissects why brands keep lagging behind the pace set by female athletes and changemakers. From Sydney to New York, women have been building movements while brands have hesitated, reacted slowly, or fumbled the ball altogether. The article is a reminder: women don’t need a brand’s permission to lead but brands should be smart enough to follow.
Read the full report to unearth why there is a gap in the market and see what it takes for a brand to fulfill that gap and serve the woman consumer.
T100: Vancouver
Race Recap: T100 Vancouver
Belgium claimed a 1‑2 finish as Jelle Geens powered through to win, overtaking compatriot Marten Van Riel on the run. Geens emerged with a decisive final leg, securing victory in 3:12:49, with Van Riel just 49 seconds behind in second. Germany’s Mika Noodt recovered from a one-minute bike penalty to claim third in 3:14:46, closing the podium after making a strong comeback. On the women’s side, Taylor Knibb stamped an emphatic return to form, unleashing a powerful bike leg to break clear early and maintain her lead through the run. She topped the field in 3:30:50, ahead of Switzerland’s Julie Derron, who ran well to finish 2:05 behind. Jessica Learmonth claimed third with a time of 3:33:18, rounding out a strong women’s podium.
Fantasy Gravel: Migration Gravel Race
The Migration Gravel Race kicks off tomorrow — four brutal, beautiful stages across the wild terrain of Kenya. It’s one of the most anticipated stops of the gravel calendar, and now’s your chance to be part of it.
Make sure your hot picks are locked in on Fantasy Gravel! Your choices could make or break your leaderboard position.
Vote now, track the action live, and get inside access via the app and our socials. Including real-time updates, intel from the teams, and behind-the-scenes insights as the race goes on.
This one’s going to be big. Don’t miss it!
Athletic Affair at Eurobike 2025
Next week we’re heading to Eurobike 2025 in Frankfurt and we’d love to see you there. Whether you’re a brand, an athlete, or just curious about what we’re up to, come say hi!
We’ll be around all week catching up with old friends and making new ones. If you’re attending and want to connect, chat about potential collaborations, or just a coffee chat, drop us a message. Let’s link up!