In the 1980s Alcoa ran commercials near the end of NFL games showcasing “fantastic finishes” of prior events that came down to the wire. They were great commercials because the thrilling endings were the exception, not the rule. Even the… Read More ›
Wanamaker Mile
Episode 81: Millrose Games recap
In our Millrose recap James Chu joins the booth with his second annual Chuey Awards. Kate Grace chimes in from the pre-race press conference, and Natoya Goule, who set the Jamaican national indoor record in the 800, discusses racing Ajee… Read More ›
The post-Wanamaker Mile workouts
What do you do after a podium finish in the storied Wanamaker Mile at the Millrose Games in New York City? A post-race workout. About an hour after the conclusion of the race, Edward Cheserek, coached by Stephen Haas, stepped… Read More ›
Chuey Awards for the 2018 NYRR Millrose Games
James Chu of North Brooklyn Runners critiques the races at the Millrose Games in this first edition of the Chuey Awards. Envelope, please… Most Predictable Race: Dr. Sander Men’s 3000m It was no surprise when Andrew Butchart hit the… Read More ›
Guts and glory at the 2018 NYRR Millrose Games
Colleen Quigley was living the dream of many young runners as she approached the Wanamaker Mile finish line. “I couldn’t feel anyone behind me, so I was just going for it,” she said. “I thought, ‘I’m going to break the… Read More ›
Episode 52: Predators and Prey at the NYRR Millrose Games
Guest host James Chu helps Brenn break down the Millrose Games in 79 minutes or less. In post-race interviews, we hear from Kate Grace on signing with Nike, Stephanie Garcia and Kate Van Buskirk on their thrilling 3000m duel, and Ben… Read More ›
If Millrose were a college meet…
By James Chu Note: James Chu, who runs for North Brooklyn Runners, was our interview guest on Episode 4. NCAA track & field features the most thrilling and competitive races in the sport that we love. Collegians race not for… Read More ›
Olympians burn at NYRR Millrose Games
You can take the NYRR Millrose Games out of Madison Square Garden, but you can’t take the star power out of the games. Rod Stewart (or his impersonator) was there as usual, conspicuous in a bright red blazer, as if… Read More ›
Millrose Games 2015: Roses for Rowbury, Centrowitz, Lomong
The Wanamaker Mile is the signature event of the Millrose Games, but the six-hour track party at New York City’s Armory on Valentine’s Day was loaded with enticing appetizers. Among them was the 25-lap, 5000 meter race. Cam Levins was… Read More ›