Nearly 100 Elite Runners to Compete in Half Marathon at 2023 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Feb. 21, 2023) – As the heralded running series celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023, the iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series Las Vegas event makes its annual return to the famed Las Vegas Strip this weekend. Nearly 100 elite runners from around the world will be vying for a share of the $25,000 prize purse for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas half marathon, while an additional $30,000 prize purse will go to the overall Rock ‘n’ Roll Elite™ half marathon series leaders.

The Elite Beat Ranking Series focuses on the half marathon distance and began at the 2022 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas. The Elite Beat Series visited eight U.S. cities, including Las Vegas, Washington D.C., Nashville, Atlantic City, San Diego, San Jose, and Arizona.  Each of the events in the Series offered a prize purse awarded to the Top 3 Male and Female elite finishers, as well as points towards the Elite Beat Rankings (EBR), earning the opportunity to compete for the bonus pool in the grand finale this weekend at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas.

“The Elite Beat Series has provided a consistent level of competition throughout the year, allowing fleet-footed Olympians to local standouts, an opportunity to showcase their hard work and put their training to the test. From good luck cheers at the start line to champagne popping on the podium the Elite Beat Series has been Bringing Fun to the Run^TM. Let’s see the faster side of Vegas, who will claim the Elite Beat Series jackpot?” said Anne Marie Nuno, Elite Athlete Manager for Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series.

Elite Women’s Field
The women’s field will be highlighted by Las Vegas resident and last year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas half marathon champion, Ellie Stevens (GBR). She will go up against Elite Beat Series leader Jane Bareikis (USA), and Kristen Lee (CAN) who placed third last year at Las Vegas and is second in the Series standings. The women’s Elite field is strong and will yield fast times this weekend in the half marathon distance. Below is the women’s start list for the 2023 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas.

“I am grateful for the opportunity Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series have given me for the elite series, it has been the most organized, enjoyable and fun races to be in looking forward to Las Vegas it’s going to be a new experience running at night along The Strip,” said Jane Bareikis, current women’s leader in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Elite half marathon series.

Elite Men’s Field
The men’s field will be highlighted by defending champion, Justin Kent (CAN) who is also undefeated in the Series competition with victories at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas, United Airlines Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C., and United Airlines Rock ‘n’ Roll San Jose. Kent will take on the Series No. 1 ranked overall male, Trevor Conde (USA) but will also have a deep field of male elites to contend with. The men’s start list for the 2023 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas:

“The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series has been very special for me,” says Trevor Conde, current men’s leader in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Elite half marathon series. “After my first race I then decided to add more of the Series runs to my schedule as it is an exciting and unique racing experience like no other races. I have not run Las Vegas before; this will be my first-time visiting. I am looking forward to experiencing the unique city for the first time. I have really enjoyed the big-time atmospheres, the energetic crowds, and the iconic city venues. It really elevates the running experience when you are racing in such famous, interesting cities.”

For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Elite Running Competition visit: www.runrocknroll.com/elite-athlete-program.

For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series, please visit www.runrocknroll.com.

About Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series
The Rock ‘n’ Roll^® Running Series is the world’s largest running series taking part in destination locations around the world every year. Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series simple idea of making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community, race weekend kicks off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an Encore Entertainment experience featuring eclectic musical artists from a variety of genres. With a goal of helping participants find the Beat in Their Feet™, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series has also featured some of the biggest names in music, with past performances including the likes of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, O.A.R., Aloe Blacc, Pitbull, Flo Rida, The Band Perry, Fitz and the Tantrums, the Goo Goo Dolls, Bret Michaels, Kesha, The Revivalists, Hunter Hayes, Capital Cities, and Matt Nathanson. Further information about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series can be found online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social platforms.