Joabe Barbosa completes mission to run every street in Chicago
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 2:37 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Joabe Barbosa is set to complete his ambitious mission of running every street in Chicago today. After nearly two years and logging nearly 4,000 miles, Barbosa will finish his journey at Buckingham Fountain. The Brazilian runner was inspired by a life-threatening mountain accident that shifted his perspective on limits. His final run began at Oak Street and Michigan Avenue at 10 a.m., with supporters invited to celebrate at the finish.
- •Joabe Barbosa has run nearly 4,000 miles across Chicago neighborhoods.
- •His final destination is Buckingham Fountain.
- •The run began at Oak Street and Michigan Avenue at 10 a.m.
- •Barbosa often ran with a Chicago flag draped over his shoulders.
- •The endeavor was inspired by a life-altering mountain accident.
- 2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Joabe Barbosa to complete mission of running every street in Chicago Sunday
"One of Chicago's most ambitious running challenges was set to cross the finish line Sunday.
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