Marathon Legend Eliud Kipchoge to Compete in Sydney for First Time

The two-time Olympic champion and world record holder will headline the Sydney Marathon in August, marking its debut as a World Marathon Major.

Eliud Kipchoge, widely regarded as the greatest marathoner in history, will run the Sydney Marathon on August 31, 2025, his first race in Oceania.
The Sydney Marathon has been designated a World Marathon Major for the first time, joining prestigious races in London, New York, Tokyo, Chicago, Boston, and Berlin.
Kipchoge, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and former world record holder, aims to bounce back after a challenging 2024, including a rare 10th-place finish in Tokyo and a withdrawal at the Paris Olympics.
Sydney Marathon organizers hope Kipchoge's participation will attract elite runners and large crowds, elevating the event's global profile.
Before Sydney, Kipchoge will compete in the London Marathon in April as part of his preparation for a potential victory in Australia.