Cape Town joins World Marathon Majors as first African location
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Cape Town has been officially added to the World Marathon Majors series, marking the first African race in this elite lineup. The decision, announced on June 11, enhances Cape Town's global profile in distance running, with the next marathon scheduled for May 23, 2027. The event aims to leverage the city's unique culture and scenic backdrop, promising an exceptional experience for participants. Cape Town's inclusion is seen as a culmination of extensive efforts to achieve this recognition, with local officials expecting significant economic benefits from hosting the marathon.
- •Cape Town becomes the first African city in World Marathon Majors.
- •Next edition of the marathon is set for May 23, 2027.
- •Economic impact estimated at about $49 million in local spending.
- •Eliud Kipchoge participated in the marathon's latest edition.
- •Mohamed Esa set a course record of 2:04:55 during the last marathon.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Cape Town becomes first African World Marathon Major
"Cape Town has been added to the prestigious World Marathon Majors, the elite series said on Wednesday, making it the first African race in the circuit."The unique culture, the welcome from the people of the city and the wonderful setting Cape Town provides will bring a whole new dimension to our series," Dawna Stone, chief executive of Abbott World Marathon Majors, which oversees the circuit, said.
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