Marathons abroad
106 watchers
Nov 2023
9:13am, 28 Nov 2023
22,712 posts
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DeeGee
I'd love to go back to Riga.
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Nov 2023
9:37am, 28 Nov 2023
668 posts
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Solo
I am waiting to hear about Berlin too but as it is such an expensive entry fee I won't be too upset if I don't get a place. Every cloud.
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Nov 2023
9:41am, 28 Nov 2023
66,541 posts
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Velociraptor
Similar position to Solo re Berlin. I entered the ballot after watching this year's race, but if I don't get in it won't be a disaster. I haven't booked accommodation in anticipation.
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Nov 2023
9:49am, 28 Nov 2023
34,521 posts
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Foxy
Could be a costly first week in December as results of Berlin & Chicago ballots are a week apart plus they announce the ticket ballot for Wimbledon - could be £600 - £700 poorer very quickly next week !
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Nov 2023
10:04am, 28 Nov 2023
34,522 posts
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Foxy
New major coming !! Are you ready for some exciting news, Australia? Sydney is well on its way to becoming the seventh Abbott World Marathon Major. The Sydney Marathon has successfully passed stage one and is now advancing to the final stage of its candidacy. If it meets all criteria again in 2024, Sydney will join the prestigious ranks of the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2025. We acknowledge operational aspects of the event need improvement, rest assured that our dedicated team is actively addressing these in collaboration with Government agencies. Anticipate big announcements, including course changes, start times and enhanced facilities such as improved access to toilets, water stations, and more. If you're thinking about it, we're already on it. A heartfelt thank you to the tens of thousands of runners who have propelled us to become Australia's largest and premier marathon. We’ve got one year to go, and we're inviting everyone to rally behind us for the 2024 event as we aim to bring this one home. This is our moment, our legacy. Let's make history once again. Let's make the Majors. #makesydneyamajor |
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Dec 2023
11:27am, 6 Dec 2023
34,591 posts
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Foxy
Ballot results day today for Berlin folks & tomorrow for Chicago. Good luck everyone Fingers crossed |
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Dec 2023
2:30pm, 6 Dec 2023
688 posts
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Mistlesolo
Thanks for the confirmation Foxy As I haven't heard anything yet I thought I had got the date wrong! |
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Dec 2023
4:07pm, 6 Dec 2023
22,723 posts
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DeeGee
So, it's a no for Berlin. I wanted to run Ljubljana during Covid year, so I think I might have a look at that one for Autumn now. Chisinau is also appealing, but there were 186 finishers last year, last one in just under 6 hours, so I've nowhere to hide... |
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Dec 2023
6:08pm, 6 Dec 2023
34,595 posts
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Foxy
I'm back 3rd year in a row - 3rd year via the ballot. I guess this means a no from Chicago tomorrow ! |
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Dec 2023
6:16pm, 6 Dec 2023
66,690 posts
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Raptor Tat Tat
No Berlin for me. Might tee up a trip to Valencia.
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