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ABBOTT WORLD MARATHON MAJORS NEWS

Marcel Hug has won 37 Abbott World Major titles

Hug and Schär lead Sydney wheelchair field

RACE UPDATE

July 10, 2025

Hug and Schär lead Sydney wheelchair field

World-class field announced as Sydney gears up to host its first Abbott World Major Marathon

Kastor: Women's race in Sydney is wide open

Two-time Major winner Deena Kastor says the winner in Sydney could come from outside Sifan Hassan and Brigid Kosgei.

Episode 73: Marathon Talk’s End of the Season Quiz

In this episode, we have lots of running news to get through including the Sydney elite field announcement, Faith Kipyegon’s attempt at a sub-4-minute mile, the London Ballot results are out, and then Martin and Deena will go head to head in our end-of-term quiz.

Hassan set for Sydney debut

Dutch superstar Sifan Hassan will take part in the inaugural Major Marathon in Sydney.

Increased field announced for 2026 Tokyo Marathon

Organisers have also announced an increase in prize money for the elite wheelchair marathon.

Episode 72: The Life of Steve Prefontaine with Biographer, Brendan O’Meara

In this episode, we’ll meet Brendan O’Meara, an author from the US who has recently published a new book about a legend of middle distance track running, Steve Prefontaine.

10 Tips For Running During The Summer

Help Deena conquer Sydney

Deena and Martin want to hear from anyone who has run the Sydney Marathon.

Boston to adjust downhill BQ times

2027 qualifying times will index courses over 1,500ft net downhill

Episode 71: Marathon Talk Meets Dean Karnazes

Ultra-running legend and best-selling author Dean Karnazes talk about his running career, staying in shape as you get older, the power of the Ultramarathon much more.

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