Sydney Marathon named as seventh major race in elite circuit

The Sydney Marathon has been named as the seventh major race in the elite circuit, joining the likes of the Tokyo Marathon, Boston Marathon, London Marathon, Berlin Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and New York City Marathon. The announcement was made by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) on Thursday, and is a major coup for the Sydney Marathon, which has been running since 1998.

The Sydney Marathon is one of the most popular running events in Australia, and attracts runners from all over the world. The course is a flat and fast one, which makes it ideal for runners looking to set personal bests. The race also features a number of iconic landmarks, including the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.

The IAAF's decision to include the Sydney Marathon in the elite circuit is a testament to the race's high quality. The race has been awarded a Gold Label status, which is the highest level of recognition that the IAAF can give to a marathon.

The Sydney Marathon will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2023.

The race will start and finish at The Domain in Sydney, and will take runners past some of the city's most iconic landmarks. The race is expected to attract a field of over 40,000 runners, and will be broadcast live on television around the world.

The Sydney Marathon is a major event on the Australian sporting calendar, and the IAAF's decision to include the race in the elite circuit is a major coup for the event. The race is expected to attract a strong field of runners, and will be a major boost for the sport of running in Australia.