Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race
A certified Chiayi road marathon linking the Lantan and Renyitan reservoir landscapes, with a 1,000-runner full field and six-hour cutoff overall.
Quick facts
- Marathon field capped at 1,000 runners.
- Certified route links Chiayi city streets with the Lantan and Renyitan reservoirs.
- Six-hour cutoff from Chiayi Municipal Stadium.
- AIMS member event with priority entry for runners holding recent qualifying performances.
About the Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race
Chiayi Twin Lakes Marathon Elite Race is built around a small, performance-focused field. The marathon and half marathon each cap at 1,000 runners, with priority places for athletes carrying recent qualifying results from certified races.
Course
The road course starts at Chiayi Municipal Stadium and connects city streets with the greener roads around Lantan and Renyitan reservoirs. The full marathon uses a certified 42.195 km route and closes after six hours.
Race-day weather
Early November in Chiayi can still be warm and humid, especially after sunrise. Morning cloud may help, but exposed reservoir roads can bring direct sun and light wind later in the race.
Past Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race FAQ
When is the Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race?
The 2026 Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race is on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Is Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Chiayi City Ponds International Marathon - Elite Race is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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