Sydney Marathon Joins Prestigious World Marathon Majors

Sydney becomes the first southern hemisphere city to join the elite marathon series, promising significant economic and community benefits.

The Sydney Marathon has been added as the seventh event in the Abbott World Marathon Majors series after a three-year candidacy.
This inclusion is expected to bring an additional $73 million to the New South Wales economy over the next three years.
Participation in the Sydney Marathon has surged by 400% since 2022, with over 33,000 runners anticipated next year.
The marathon's scenic course, ending at the Sydney Opera House, attracts participants from over 100 countries.
Officials and organizers view this as a transformative moment for Australian athletics, inspiring more community engagement in running.