What are the 8 Major marathons?

The 8 biggest ones!
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What are the 8 Major marathons?

The 8 World Majors marathons bring together the most prestigious road races on the planet.

  • Tokyo (Japan)
  • Boston (United States)
  • London (United Kingdom)
  • Berlin (Germany)
  • Chicago (United States)
  • New York (United States)
  • Sydney (Australia)
  • Cape Town (South Africa), the newest addition to the group, included in 2026.

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