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Maddy Brancatisano completes first marathon, shares enthusiasm

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Maddy Brancatisano completes first marathon, shares enthusiasm
Summary

Maddy Brancatisano of the Gold Coast Suns celebrated a lifelong dream by completing her first marathon in Hobart in January 2026. After a 10-week training program approved by her club, she finished the race in three hours and 50 minutes. Brancatisano has a family history in running, which motivated her to take on the challenge. The added aerobic fitness has positively impacted her play in the current AFLW season, where she aims to enhance her contributions to the team as they look to improve on last year's performance.

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  • •Maddy Brancatisano finished her first marathon in January 2026.
  • •She completed the race in three hours and 50 minutes.
  • •Brancatisano's family has a strong running background.
  • •Her marathon experience contributes to her athletic performance this season.
  • •Gold Coast Suns aim to build on last year's 18th place finish.
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  • 7:00 PMAFL — 'Coolest thing ever': Energetic Sun ticks off lifelong dream
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Suns midfielder Maddy Brancatisano got her chance to complete a lifelong dream in January

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