distance race

American  

[dis-tuhns reys] / ˈdɪs təns ˌreɪs /

noun

1. a footrace or wheelchair race longer than 1,500 meters (1,635 yards).

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Other Word Forms

• distance racing noun

Etymology

Origin of distance race

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

But Dr. Heagarty discovered that the common cause of helping the next generation survive trumped any disparities in distance, race or gender.

From New York Times

This might sound a little obvious: You can’t just do sprinting workouts to prepare for a distance race; moving at a relaxed pace allows you to practice covering a lot of ground without burning out your body and your brain.

From Slate

These events feature a short, one-third distance race on Saturday afternoon in place of qualifying.

From BBC

Weidemann moved up one place from bronze medalist in the previous distance race, while Sáblíková improved from fourth to third to claim a place on the podium.

From Seattle Times

And then there is the future of F1's new 'sprint' format, of which three have been held this year, moving qualifying to Friday and holding a one-third distance race on Saturday to set the grid for the grand prix.

From BBC