TCS Sydney Marathon
TCS Sydney Marathon is the newest World Marathon Major, with harbour views, bridge running, and a point-to-point course that is scenic but not flat.
Quick facts
- Newest Abbott World Marathon Major.
- Point-to-point course from North Sydney to the Sydney Opera House.
- Sydney Harbour Bridge, Centennial Park, and the Royal Botanic Garden all shape the route.
- Charity and travel-program entry paths are available through the official site.
- More scenic and varied than a pure flat-city PR course.
Is the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon sold out?
The 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon is sold out.
About the TCS Sydney Marathon
TCS Sydney Marathon has moved quickly from ambitious city race to full World Marathon Major, and the tone of the event reflects that jump. It now sits in a different conversation from most Australian marathons, pulling a more international field while still feeling tied to the harbour and the city itself. The appeal is not just speed. It is a scenic major with real global momentum.
Course
The point-to-point course starts in North Sydney, crosses the Sydney Harbour Bridge, loops through Centennial Park and the Royal Botanic Garden, and finishes at the Sydney Opera House. With 313 metres of climbing, frequent turns, and an 83-metre net descent, it is harder to pace than a flat major.
Race-day weather
Late August in Sydney is usually cool enough for solid marathon racing, though harbour wind and changing sun can still affect effort. It is often friendlier than hot-weather spring races, but the course profile is not as forgiving as Berlin or Chicago.
Past TCS Sydney Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, August 30, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | Sunday, August 31, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, September 15, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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TCS Sydney Marathon FAQ
When is the TCS Sydney Marathon?
The 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon is on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Is the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon sold out?
The 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon is sold out.
Does the TCS Sydney Marathon have live tracking?
Yes. Live tracking is available at connect.ap.app.pam.co.
Is TCS Sydney Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. TCS Sydney 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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