Two men injured during Run It Straight event in Auckland

Thursday 22 May 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Thu 22 May 2025, 8:29am

Two men were knocked out after colliding at full speed during a Run It Straight competition in Auckland on Wednesday. One individual was helped away on his feet, while another slumped to the ground and reportedly suffered a seizure. Organisers failed to secure permits for two similar events in Māngere and Mt Albert.

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1. StuffThu 22 May 2025, 6:24am

   Two reportedly injured in a Run It Straight event (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 22 May 2025, 8:12am

   Video: Man appears to have seizure after taking part in 'Run It Straight' collision sport event in Auckland (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesThu 22 May 2025, 8:20am

   Two knocked out at Auckland 'Run It Straight' event (opens in new tab)

4. 1News via RNZThu 22 May 2025, 8:29am

   Two men knocked out at 'Run It' competition in west Auckland (opens in new tab)