Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon
Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon starts before dawn at Dataran Merdeka, touring the Malaysian capital through heat, humidity, and rolling city roads.
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Quick facts
- Dataran Merdeka is the signature event hub.
- Predawn marathon start limits tropical sun exposure.
- Flyovers create more climbing than expected.
- Malaysia's largest race weekend draws a deep field.
About the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon
Malaysia's largest marathon weekend fills central Kuala Lumpur with full, half, and shorter-distance runners. The full marathon's early start is designed around tropical conditions.
Course
The urban road course begins at Dataran Merdeka and uses major capital avenues and highway sections. Flyovers and gradual grades become more noticeable as humidity builds.
Race-day weather
October is consistently hot and humid, with heavy rain also possible. The predawn start helps, but cooling and hydration remain central throughout the race.
Past Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon FAQ
When is the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon?
The 2026 Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon is on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Is Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon 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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