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Sydney · New South Wales · Australia

Sydney Marathon

Full Marathon Half Marathon 10K
Sep 20, 2026
Date
Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K
Distance
Road
Terrain
20,000
Participants

Elevation profile

Illustrative profile based on elevation data. Actual course may vary.

Course highlights

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Point To Point course
Course layout type
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Road terrain
Running surface
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BQ course
Boston Qualifier eligible
Certified
World Athletics
95m gain
Total elevation

About this race

The Sydney Marathon is Australia's premier marathon event and a World Athletics Elite Label race. The stunning course crosses the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, passes the Sydney Opera House, and winds through the Royal Botanic Gardens. Recently elevated in status, it attracts top international athletes alongside thousands of recreational runners.

History and records

First edition 2000
Avg. participants 20,000
Course record 2:07:31 (Alphonce Felix Simbu)

Race day weather

September in Sydney is early spring with temperatures of 11-20C (52-68F). Mostly dry. Great running conditions.

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Organizer

Sydney Marathon Official website

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