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The Big Sur International Marathon stands as one of the most renowned and scenic marathons globally, attracting runners from across the globe to experience its breathtaking course and unparalleled atmosphere. Here’s a general overview: Location: The marathon takes place along the stunning coastline of Big Sur, California, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, rugged … Read more
Below is a list of all 6 Abbott World Marathon Majors and their 2024 race dates. All big marathons tend to be held around the same time each year. You can also read more about their courses and elevation profiles by clicking on the name of each marathon. Country World Major 2024 Date Tokyo Marathon … Read more
I tried several years in a row and finally entered the Tokyo Marathon in 2024! Leading up to the event, I heard some concerns about logistical challenges unique to Tokyo, such as restrictions on discarding clothes at the start, off-course restrooms, etc. For the majors, I’ve run Boston, Chicago and NYC before, and always had … Read more
2024 ASICS LA Marathon has successfully completed on March 24. Here is the top results from today’s race: Men’s 🥇 DOMINIC NGENO, Kenya, 2:11:00🥈 COSMAS KIPLIMO, Kenya, 2:11:05🥉 BELAY TILAHUN, Ethiopia, 2:13:254. SAMMY ROTICH 2:16:31, Kenya, 2:16:315. TESFU TEWELDE, Eritrea/U.S., 2:20:17. Women’s 🥇 STACY NDIWA, Kenya, 2:25:28🥈 VOLHA MAZURONAK, Belarus/U.S., 2:25:48🥉 ATSEDE BAYSA TESEMA, Ethiopia, … Read more
Tokyo Marathon 2024 has come to an end. Here are the top finishers: Men’s Women’s Men’s Wheelchair Women’s Wheelchair
The BMO Vancouver Marathon is Canada’s top marathon race, showcasing a beautiful running route that winds through parks and beaches, including the picturesque Seawall – the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront path. Held annually on the first Sunday of May, the Vancouver Marathon attracts over 20,000 participants. In addition, the event also includes a half marathon, … Read more
Running is a popular sport in Japan and the country hosts more than 100 marathons each year. You may know the big ones, such as Tokyo Marathon and Osaka Marathon, but there are many more across the country. If you’re planning to visit Japan in 2024, and are thinking about running a marathon while you’re … Read more
Osaka Marathon only started in 2011, but has quickly become one of the largest marathons in Japan. Osaka (大阪) is the third-largest city in the country, following Tokyo and Yokohama, with a population of 2.7 million. Being a major economic hub, Osaka offers a perfect mixture of traditional Japanese culture and the convenience of a … Read more
The Los Angeles Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the United States, drawing thousands of participants and spectators every year. Covering 26.2 miles, the race begins at Dodger Stadium and winds through iconic landmarks like the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Sunset Strip, and Beverly Hills, before concluding on the Avenue of the Stars … Read more
The Grandma’s Marathon has grown from a local race started in 1977, to now one of the largest in the U.S. with more than 9,000 participants every year. It offers a picturesque, net-downhill course along the beautiful shores of Lake Superior. In 2023, more than 1000 runners (18.9% of finishers) qualified for the Boston Marathon. … Read more