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World Marathon Majors is a series of the most prestigious marathons in the world! In this category I post my comments, reports from the running world and graphics illustrating the competition in this global series.
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Before I reached the World Marathon Majors, I ran smaller marathons, but I missed the scale and atmosphere. Only Chicago, Berlin, Tokyo, New York, London, and Cape Town — where I broke three hours on a demanding course — gave me the feeling that I had found my path. The global marathon community creates an energy that doesn’t exist anywhere else.
World Marathon Majors is gearing up for a major shake‑up in 2027: nine races, a new Major in Africa, and Shanghai potentially joining the series. A global marathon calendar like this has never been seen before.
Check out the official schedule for the marathons included in the World Marathon Majors series for 2026. The calendar covers eight key races, including the candidate race in Cape Town, which signals the global expansion of the series.
Which supershoes ruled the podiums at the World Marathon Majors 2025? I’m checking the best running shoes chosen by the world’s fastest marathon runners.
Explore the Latest Seven Star Journey Statistics Following the 2025 New York City Marathon. Find Average Finish Times and Global Participation Data.
The Six Star Finisher is a global achievement that has once again attracted thousands of runners in the 2025 season. Check out the key data: how many people have already completed all six of the world’s biggest marathons and which countries dominate this elite group.
Check how many people finished the World Marathon Majors in 2025! I present finisher attendance data from 7 WMM marathons: New York, London, Chicago, Berlin, Tokyo, Sydney, and Boston.
AbbottWMM confirms: all 2026 Cape Town Marathon finishers will earn a provisional Major star. Read about the new rules following the 2025 cancellation and ballot details.
Abbott WMM Announces Global Run Club Win a Bib Challenge 2026 Results. Winner Pool Increased from 9 to 26.
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon: Candidacy Club Rules Updated. Find out how the 2025 race cancellation affects priority access for runners and what the provisional AbbottWMM star status means for the 2026 edition!
Win one of the race bibs for the Abbott WMM 2026 marathons! See how to run 30 miles in the “Win a Bib Challenge” and earn a chance to compete in Tokyo, Boston, or London.
Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge concluded his professional career, earning the Six Star Finisher title after completing the New York Marathon on November 2, 2025. His average finishing time across the six major marathons stands at an impressive 2:05:46.
✅ Comprehensive guide – history, rules and organization of the prestigious World Marathon Majors series.
✅ Detailed route descriptions – altitudes, profiles and specifics of each of the seven marathons (Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London, New York, Tokyo, Sydney).
✅ Qualifications Registration – all about the lotteries, qualifying times and charity options.
✅ Practical tips – from travel planning and budgeting to choosing the best running shoes.
✅ Analysis and statistics – number of finishers, entry fees, records and running elite.
✅ Mental preparation – strategies for dealing with stress and crises on the route.
✅ For amateurs and professionals - regardless of your level, you will find knowledge here that will help you achieve your marathon goals!
🎯 Are you planning to take part in one of the WMM marathons? This e-book is a must! 🏅🔥
