Podium Classic 5K - Live Stream
View the live stream, results, entry lists and race day schedule for the 2026 Podium Classic 5K.
The Sportsshoes.com Podium Classic 5K will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Leicester Cycle Track in Leicester, England, bringing together competitive runners for one of the UK’s fastest closed-circuit road races. Organized as part of the popular Podium race series, the event is designed to create ideal conditions for quick times, with pace-grouped races and a flat, traffic-free course that encourages personal best performances.
How to Watch
The entire event will be streamed live for free on the Sportsshoes.com YouTube channel. The live coverage is scheduled to start at 11:45 GMT.
The race is scheduled to start at 11:00 AM local time (GMT) and will feature athletes primarily capable of running under 21 minutes for 5 kilometres, although a range of seeded races allows runners of different abilities to compete in evenly matched packs. The Podium events have built a reputation in the British distance-running scene for producing fast results thanks to their structured pacing groups and smooth circuit layout.
Held on the Leicester Cycle Track on St Oswalds Road, the course offers a controlled environment free from traffic and elevation changes, making it a favorite venue for competitive club runners and emerging elites targeting breakthrough performances over the 5K distance. The Sportsshoes.com Podium Classic, supported by HOKA, continues the tradition of the Podium series by providing a high-quality racing experience focused on speed, competition, and community within the UK running scene.
