A comprehensive look at Olympic race walking.
Okay, race-walking events aren’t the most glamorous Olympic competitions, but they’re hardly a stroll in the park, either. Winners in the 20-kilometer walk will average better than nine miles per hour for 12.5 miles. And the lack of running doesn’t prevent a close, exciting finish.
Great controversies in Olympic race walking history.
Rules for Olympic race walking events
What is Olympic race walking? These are events that require great stamina (the 50-kilometer version is longer than the marathon) plus precise attention to proper technique to avoid committing a dreaded “lifting” infraction.
The Women’s 20-kilometer walk Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Winners from the Olympic Games.
The Men's 50-kilometer walk Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Winners from the Olympic Games.
The Men's 20-kilometer walk Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Winners from the Olympic Games.
Results of the 2008 Olympic men's and women's marathon races.
Results of the 2008 Olympic men's and women's 20-kilometer race walk, and the men's 50-kilometer race walk.
