Andy Buchanan, a late replacement for the Paris Olympics, took over a minute off the previous Australian Marathon record on a fast course in Valencia, while Izzi Batt-Doyle ran the third-fastest time by an Australian woman in history.
One second to spare as world half-marathon record falls
Yomif Kejelcha cut it fine, but was still able to shave a single second off the world half-marathon record.
Photo shows Yomif Kejelcha lies on the ground'How the hell did I do that?': The extraordinary toll of running 1,600km in 12-and-a-half days
Nedd Brockmann's 1,600-km run has broken him down physically. But the 25-year-old former sparky said it has all been worth it.
Photo shows Nedd Brockmann lies on the ground and covers his headThe elite runner who is such a diligent saver, his 'guilty splurge' is a weekly banh mi
Reece Edwards had enough saved for a house deposit when he was 20, but spent the money on other experiences instead. While some might see that as a "financial disaster", he has a different take.
Photo shows Reece raises his arms as he crossed the Melbourne Marathon finish line, with the time 02:14:35 on a screen above him.It's 'run, eat, sleep' repeat for 82-year-old ultramarathon runner aiming for world record
Cancer patient John Timms is among those competing at a six-day ultramarathon festival in Adelaide this week, having already taken Australian world records in 2023 and 2022.
Photo shows An elderly man gives two thumbs up near a reservoirThousands take part in Sydney Marathon
Under clear skies, thousands took to the streets and clocked just over 42 kilometres as Sydney bids to make it to the marathon big league.
Photo shows Marathon Effort: Racers running underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge.Has Video Duration: 1 minute 41 seconds.Madison de Rozario defends title in Sydney Marathon
Australian wheelchair racing great Madison de Rozario claims a dominant victory at the Sydney Marathon to complete back-to-back wins in the race.
Photo shows Australian wheelchair athlete Madison de Rozario pushes her chair across a bridge during a marathon race.'What better place to be than iconic city like this': Sydney Marathon primed for Major test
The Sydney Marathon is on track to become the latest marathon to join the elite, prestigious list of World Marathon Majors, if it meets certain criteria this weekend.
Photo shows Runners run over the Sydney Harbour BridgeUgandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei dies after attack from partner
Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died, days after she was doused in petrol and set on fire by her boyfriend.
Photo shows Rebecca Cheptegei running on a road, with a crowd of onlookers lining the footpath.Grace Tame on ultramarathons, laughter, and surviving the public eye
Laughter and ultramarathons often don't mix — but they do for Grace Tame, who is currently preparing for a national speaking tour to share her story of being thrust into the spotlight.
Photo shows Grace Tame: A woman with blonde hair in a bun and a loud green jumper with cartoon writing on it.Has Video Duration: 7 minutes 49 seconds.Motivation not a problem as 80yo tackles first marathon in decades to celebrate birthday
The Sydney Marathon will be a jog down memory lane for this 80-year-old retired GP, who grew up in public housing in Bondi.
Topic:Feel Good
Photo shows A man smiles looking past the camera. He has white hair.A bustling turnaround point at Alexandra Headlands.
To facilitate the event's growth, organisers plan to introduce a one-lap course that will eliminate congested turnaround points for marathon runners.
Has Video Duration: 15 seconds.Sunshine Coast Marathon races toward major expansion with bold Olympic vision
In preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, organisers of the Sunshine Coast Marathon at Mooloolaba are aiming to double the number of entrants to 25,000, in a move that would see the course shift location.
Photo shows Runners, including a smiling girl jumping in the air, run up a hill with a beach and sunrise in the background.Historic Hassan claims third medal of Games by winning groundbreaking marathon
The women's marathon served as the concluding athletics event at the Olympic Games for the first time at Paris 2024, and it was won by a performance that did its historic status justice.
Photo shows Sifan Hassan looks up with a Dutch flag wrapped around herFamily runs in honour of 3yo Sophie, as more than $3 million raised for charities at City2Surf
An estimated 90,000 participants hit the ground running for the annual City2Surf fun run, including a group of firefighters wearing about 20kgs of gear and equipment for a good cause.
Photo shows a gorup of people dressed as cows raise their fists and cheer at the end of the city2surf fun run in bondiFather Time catches up with marathon's greatest runner as Eliud Kipchoge pulls out of marathon
Arguably the greatest marathon runner in history, Eliud Kipchoge, could not claim a third straight Olympic title, pulling out of the race won by Ethiopia's Tamirat Tola.
Photo shows Eliud Kipchoge runs in the packThe myth and legend of the marathon as women get their moment in the sun at the Paris Olympics
The Paris Olympic marathon is not only the conclusion of the athletics events at the Games, but the end result of decades of struggle for female athletes for recognition.
Photo shows Women run in a packThe 'brutal' call Brett Robinson had to make, and the 'happy' one he chose to
As soon as Oceania marathon record holder Brett Robinson knew that his Paris Olympic Games dream was over, he knew he wanted to be the one to tell his replacement, Andy Buchanan, the news.
Photo shows Brett Robinson runs in an Australia vestMarathon runner picked for Olympic 100m sprints, as administrators question 'unbelievable' decision
One of only two Solomon Islands athletes at the Paris games, marathon runner Sharon Firisua was offered the country's wildcard spot in the flagship 100m heats, which kick off on Friday night.
Photo shows Sharon Firisua iwinim gold long 10,000 metre long Samoa (Samoa Pac Games)Most people take two weeks to hike the Larapinta Trail. Liz ran it twice in six days
Despite battling pain, exhaustion and disorientation, Liz Woodgate, 60, completed the 460 kilometre journey.
Photo shows Woman in wide-brim hat smiles in front of large rockRecord numbers registered for Gold Coast marathon
A record number of runners are expected to take part in the annual Gold Coast marathon this weekend.
Photo shows Young Runners, Marathon Training: Shot of a crowd of runners' legs.Has Video Duration: 1 minute 27 seconds.