In this must-watch episode of the Top Flight Show, hosts Chris Parr and Rich Morrell share personal updates on their own running journeys while celebrating the incredible comebacks of elite athletes in the sport, proving that life truly begins at 40 for many of the sport’s top performers. Their stories of determination, resilience, and passion highlight why running at this level is as much about mindset as it is about performance.
Then comes the moment everyone’s been waiting for: the 2026 Top Flight series fixtures. With a thrilling lineup of events and distances tailored for the elite end of the sport, this announcement sets the stage for what promises to be the most electrifying year in the series’ history. Every event will be available to stream live on the RunThrough YouTube channel so that fans won’t miss a moment of the action. From the high-energy race day atmospheres to the importance of established events in the calendar, Chris and Rich break down why 2026 is shaping up to be unforgettable.