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Monday, August 17, 2026
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Brislane Compete in IFAM Outdoor Meet in Belgium
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Bermudian distance runner Jake Brislane produced an impressive performance on the European track circuit, clocking a new national record time of 14 minutes 12.69 seconds at the.
Competing in the men’s 5,000m at the Putbosstadion in Oordegem, Brislane tested himself against a competitive international field on the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze circuit.
The middle-distance specialist maintained a sharp, disciplined pace throughout the 12-and-a-half-lap contest to cross the line in eighth place overall.
His time of 14:12.69 shaved crucial seconds off his previous mark, establishing a new Bermudian national record and continuing his strong trajectory across the summer European track campaign.
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Sunday, August 16, 2026
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Youngster Headed to Training Camp in London
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A talented group of Bermuda’s most promising young runners have travelled to London to take part in an intensive five-day residential middle and long-distance camp.
Organised through the Bermuda National Athletics Association (BNAA), the seven-strong contingent of Sanchez Smith, Ronan Davidge, Spencer Haldeman, Gianluca Bortoli, Elena Bortoli, Riana Robinson, and Sukanya Jobson have made the journey to the United Kingdom for the development programme.
Designed to provide holistic support for emerging distance runners, the residential curriculum extends well beyond endurance mileage on the track.
Over the course of the five days, the athletes will take part in comprehensive educational workshops and practical sessions covering:
Strength & Conditioning: Targeted physical preparation and injury prevention.
Mental Health & Wellbeing: Developing psychological resilience and balance.
Nutrition & Fueling: Optimising diet for high-performance training.
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S): Education around athlete health and energy availability.
Athlete Development & Periodisation: Structuring training for long-term progression.
Goal Setting & Performance: Establishing structured targets and race strategies.
The camp offers the young Bermudians valuable international exposure, enabling them to test themselves in a high-performance environment, refine their technical foundation, and acquire critical knowledge to support the next phase of their athletic development.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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Dame Duffy Honorary Guest Speaker for CBTC
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The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge (“CBTC”) announced that Olympic Gold Medalist Dame Flora Duffy, has agreed to be the honorary guest speaker for the January 2027 race weekend to be held Friday, January 15th through Sunday, January 17th.
Dame Flora Duffy, represented Bermuda in a total of five Olympic Summer Games and won Bermuda’s first gold medal in Triathlon during the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. She also was crowned ITU World Triathlon World Champion in 2016, 2017, 2021 and 2022 is a six-time winner of the XTERRAWorld Championships and won Bermuda’s first female Gold medalist in the XXI Commonwealth Games in2018.
Duffy who currently resides in Boulder, Colorado, USA, will return to her island home in January 2027 to speak at the Chubb Triangle Challenge Pasta Dinner, presented and hosted by Global Atlantic Re on January 16th at the Hamilton Princess Hotel. It is expected that Ms. Duffy will participate in some of the races during the weekend as well as engage with participants and sponsors during Bermuda’s premiere international race weekend which consists of 3 days of races: including theButterfield Mile on Friday January 15th, the Allshores 10k & 5k events on Saturday, January 16th, and thePwC full marathon, half marathon, and half marathon relay events on Sunday, January 17th.
Managing Director of Global Atlantic, Darryl Herrick, commented, “Global Atlantic Re is incredibly proud to once again host the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge Pasta Dinner, and we couldn't imagine a more fitting guest speaker than Dame Flora Duffy. Flora's achievements speak for themselves, but what has always impressed us most is the way she represents Bermuda—with humility, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
She has inspired generations of Bermudians to dream bigger,work harder, and believe that remarkable things are possible from a small island with a big heart.The Bermuda Triangle Challenge has always been about more than running. It's about bringing our community together and showcasing the very best of Bermuda to visitors from around the world. Having Dame Flora join us for this milestone event makes the weekend even more special. We look forward to welcoming runners, families, and supporters to what promises to be an unforgettable evening and an incredible celebration of Bermuda and one of our nation's greatest ambassadors."
Chubb’s Chief Administration Office Bermuda Operations, Samantha Froud, said “We are delighted to welcome Dame Flora Duffy back to her island home as our honorary guest speaker for the 2027 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge.
Flora is an inspiration to many athletes both in Bermuda and around the world. She has achieved many milestones throughout her career, and we look forward to hearing from her in January.”
Erin Wright, Acting CEO of the Bermuda Tourism Authority said, “The Chubb Bermuda TriangleChallenge is one of Bermuda’s most enduring sports tourism events, drawing visitors to our shores year after year and contributing to the vibrancy of our winter tourism season. Dame Flora Duffy's remarkable success on the world stage reflects Bermuda's long tradition of punching above its weight, and we are thrilled she will be part of this iconic event.”
Duffy commented “I raced the Butterfield Front Street Mile for the first time in 1997 as a 9-year-old representing Port Royal Primary School. I took part every year through high school — it was always a prestigious event I looked forward to. I am excited to return 30 years later, both as a runner and the guest speaker.”Anna Laura Hocking, Marketing Director for the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge, stated “Recognized on the global stage as one of the greatest female triathletes of all time, Dame Flora is a legend who transcends Bermuda’s shores. The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge executive committee has long desired to welcome her as Guest Speaker and we are thrilled that vision has now become a reality.
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Friday, July 03, 2026
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Raynor Highlighted in World Athletics Interview
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Donna Raynor has dedicated decades of her life to leadership and service in athletics. She is a former president of the Bermuda National Athletics Association and is now a World Athletics Council Member. Through her work with World Athletics’ Gender Leadership Taskforce and as Chair of the NACAC Gender Leadership Committee, she continues to advocate for greater representation of women in sport.
Raynor recently reflected on the experiences that have shaped her journey, the barriers she has had to overcome, and why supporting the next generation of women leaders in athletics matters now more than ever.
You have spent decades in athletics administration and leadership. What first inspired you to pursue a career in this space?
"I have been involved in athletics since the age of 14. After earning a track scholarship, returning to Bermuda and representing the country in competition, I became increasingly aware that our athletics programme was beginning to decline. Determined to contribute to its revival, I chose to become involved from an administrative standpoint. I subsequently ran for the position of President and served in that role for 12 years, during which I worked to restore and strengthen the programme. Having stepped down, I felt a strong desire to contribute at the international level and therefore pursued a position on the World Athletics Council, following my service on NACAC committees and World Athletics commissions."
Looking back on your journey, which experiences or moments shaped you most as a leader?
"Building a strong team, cultivating meaningful relationships within my community – particularly with the media – earning the respect of those around me, and supporting Bermudian athletes in achieving their goals are all matters of deep importance to me. These principles play a significant role in shaping my leadership and informing the manner in which I serve others."
What barriers did you encounter as a woman rising through sports governance, and how did you overcome them?
"As a woman, I often felt that I had to work much harder to earn respect, be taken seriously, and prove myself. I put myself forward for several board positions, including our national organizing committee, and I was never afraid to share my opinions during meetings. I also submitted ideas and led committees to demonstrate that I had a great deal to contribute and that I was knowledgeable. There were times when I had to make a deliberate effort to ensure that my voice was heard. I faced similar challenges in my professional life, so I brought that same determination into sport – pushing hard to make sure my voice was heard, respected and valued."
Was there a defining moment when you realized your voice and influence could help create opportunities and change for other women in sport?
"Fortunately, most of my team has been women, and throughout my career I have made it a priority to help women develop their skills because I have always believed that is important. As I mentioned earlier, women often have to give more than 100% to prove themselves. Having held leadership roles in both my professional life and athletics, and having faced many challenges myself, I wanted to make the path easier for other women by sharing my experiences and how I overcame those obstacles."
Click Here to see the Full Raynor Leadership Story
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Sunday, June 28, 2026
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Smith & Dailey Crowned Grateful Miles 5K Classic Champions
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Sanchez Smith and Christine Dailey stormed to commanding victories at the 2026 Grateful Miles 5K Classic, leaving the rest of the field in their wake.
On a day tailored for fast times, Smith controlled the men’s elite race from the front, while Dailey produced a stunning top-five overall finish to secure the women's crown in dominant fashion.
In the men's field, Sanchez Smith proved to be a class apart. Setting a blistering tempo from the gun, Smith gradually broke away from the chasing pack to cross the finish line in a stellar time of 17 minutes and 7 seconds.
Such was Smith's superiority, he had time to savour the moment, crossing the line a comfortable 30 seconds ahead of his nearest rival.
Oliver Brunnock led the chase to secure a hard-earned second place in 17:37, while Domico Watson completed the podium positions, coming home third in 18:41.
If the men’s race was a showcase of controlled aggression, the women’s race was a masterclass in pure dominance by Christine Dailey.
Dailey not only decimated the women’s field but also embarrassed most of the men’s elite, crossing the line a phenomenal fourth overall in a time of 19:55.
By the time Dailey took the tape, she had opened up a massive chasm of 1 minute and 16 seconds over her nearest competitor.
The battle for the remaining podium spots was fought further down the tracking sheets. Evelyn Fahy secured a highly impressive top-10 overall finish, claiming the runner-up spot in the women's category with a time of 21:11.
Lynsey Palmer rounded out the top three women, finishing 23rd overall in 22:27 on a memorable day of racing.
Click Here to see the Full 2026 Grateful Miles 5K Classic Results
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