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    Rico Bogen to Make Long-Distance Debut at Challenge Roth
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    Kat Matthews latest big name for Challenge Roth - is this the race to break eight-hour barrier?
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    Lionel Sanders Announces His 2026 Season Plans
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    How Short-Course Stars Are Reshaping Long-Course Racing
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