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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While the sky was still at its darkest, participants of the 2XU Compression full marathon had already geared themselves up for a fulfilling day ahead with the roads. At 2.30 a.m. sharp, shuttle bus services were provided to ferry these eager runners to the starting point. The 25000 participants were greeted by a huge row of numbered boards, which set up just a few metres behind the toilets for the baggage deposit point. The long row of portable toilets gave shorter queues prior to the race.