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races

British  
/ ˈreɪsɪz /

plural noun

  1. a series of contests of speed between horses (or sometimes greyhounds) over a set course at prearranged times; a race meeting

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Earlier research found that ultramarathon runners often experience a breakdown of healthy red blood cells during races, which can potentially lead to anemia.

From Science Daily

By taking the 50 kilometre mass start title, 29-year-old Klaebo also became the first athlete in history to win all six cross-country skiing races at one Games.

From Barron's

It was 29-year-old Klaebo's sixth gold medal of these Games alone, meaning he became the first athlete in history to win all six cross-country skiing races in one Games.

From Barron's

Stolz has put himself in this position by skating through his races like no one else in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal

The pep talk focused his mind and inspired him to battle through the pain barrier for the remaining six races.

From BBC