Runners crossing Sydney Harbour with the Harbour Bridge and Opera House in view

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The 2027 TCS Sydney Marathon ballot

Cross the Harbour Bridge, finish at the Opera House, earn your seventh star at one of only two Abbott World Marathon Majors in our part of the world. Free to apply — you are only charged if your name is drawn.

Ballot now open · closes Mon 19 Oct, 7am SGT

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