Second Run It Straight event cancelled following backlash

Thursday 22 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 22 May 2025, 1:44pm

In this story Warriors, Runit Championship League

Organisers have cancelled a second Run It Straight event in Auckland, citing backlash from other events. This follows a similar cancellation the previous day. Meanwhile, the Runit Championship League has announced it will return to Trusts Arena despite reports of two men suffering head injuries during a recent trial.

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1. NZ HeraldThu 22 May 2025, 1:37pm

   Second ‘run it straight’ event cancelled, organisers cite backlash from other events (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 22 May 2025, 1:44pm

   Run It Straight organisers promise more events, despite criticism (opens in new tab)

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