Aug
31
Sydney Marathon
Sunday, August 31, 2025Platinum Label marathon is the sole remaining participant legacy of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. The event is owned by Australian Athletics and managed by Pont3.
The marathon course starts at the same location in North Sydney as the Sydney 2000 Olympic Marathon and takes runners across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, around the landmarks of The Rocks, Circular Quay and Centennial Park, before finishing in front of the world-famous Sydney Opera House.
The race is Australia's largest marathon and has experienced exponential growth since becoming a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2022. In 2025, the event welcomed a record-breaking 35,000 marathoners from over 120 countries in its first year as a Major.
Aug
31
Sydney Marathon
Sunday, August 31, 2025Platinum Label marathon is the sole remaining participant legacy of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. The event is owned by Australian Athletics and managed by Pont3.
The marathon course starts at the same location in North Sydney as the Sydney 2000 Olympic Marathon and takes runners across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, around the landmarks of The Rocks, Circular Quay and Centennial Park, before finishing in front of the world-famous Sydney Opera House.
The race is Australia's largest marathon and has experienced exponential growth since becoming a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2022. In 2025, the event welcomed a record-breaking 35,000 marathoners from over 120 countries in its first year as a Major.
Results
Rank
Athlete
Finish Time
32
3:22:13
RM
Rachel M.
Angie Nickerson - McKirdy Trained
• W39
36
3:27:56
AU
Amado U.
M53
37
3:28:09
DW
David W.
M48
41
3:29:12
AG
Ashley G.
W39
56
3:40:53
GL
Gana L.
W42
Race Details
Status
Finished
Website
Official website
Location
Sydney, Australia
Date
31 August 2025
Distance
Marathon
VDOT Participants
249
RS
Avg. VDOT finish times
4:10:35
Platinum Label marathon is the sole remaining participant legacy of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. The event is owned by Australian Athletics and managed by Pont3.
The marathon course starts at the same location in North Sydney as the Sydney 2000 Olympic Marathon and takes runners across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, around the landmarks of The Rocks, Circular Quay and Centennial Park, before finishing in front of the world-famous Sydney Opera House.
The race is Australia's largest marathon and has experienced exponential growth since becoming a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2022. In 2025, the event welcomed a record-breaking 35,000 marathoners from over 120 countries in its first year as a Major.
Course Terrain
Immerse yourself in one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most spectacular and historic landmarks, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. The course changes we have implemented in recent years are designed for faster times and a better participant experience, ensuring we deliver a world-class event.
Elevation Changes
Official Elevation Profile:
Elevation Gain: +313 metres
Elevation Loss: -396 metres
Overall Elevation: -83 metres loss