Timeline: Looking back on Ed Whitlock’s most memorable races

To honour the life of Ed Whitlock, we are taking a look back at his greatest world records and performances from throughout his running career.

Ed Whitlock

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Get a glimpse of some of Ed Whitlock’s greatest running accomplishments during his illustrious masters career. Whitlock holds dozens of world records, most notably in the marathon, and as many as 66 Canadian records, both on the roads and on the track. He passed away in Toronto on March 13 at the age of 86.

All statistics are according to the Association of Road Racing Statisticians.

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