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We’re thrilled to announce The Sydney Marathon, presented by ASICS, as a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM). Run one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most spectacular and historic landmarks including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

No city in the world has a better combination of natural beauty, love of sport and iconic infrastructure for hosting a marathon than Sydney!

Achieving the status of an Abbott World Marathon Major would cement Sydney’s position as one of the world’s great sporting event cities. Throughout the 3-year candidacy period, the Sydney Marathon will attract thousands of visitors to the Harbour City including the world’s greatest long-distance runners and wheelchair athletes.

2024 is our final year of Abbott World Marathon Major Candidacy, and Sydney is

very close to becoming the 7th World Major if we are successful this year.

The cut-off time for the Sydney Marathon extended to 7 hours in 2023, allowing

hundreds more runners to become marathoners

All marathoners will have access to become part of our Candidacy Club, which

has a huge range of benefits and value to all marathoners, as well as

guaranteeing their place in the marathon if Sydney does become a Major the

following year.

We had a huge increase in supporters on course cheering on 41,000+ runners

in 2023, and had 4 Live Spectator Sites and 27 on-course entertainment zones

Traditionally the weather is beautiful for running (average 11-21 degrees), as

September is spring time in Sydney.