The TCS Sydney Marathon marked a significant day in the world of athletics with a series of record-breaking achievements that will go down in history. The event saw remarkable performances by both male and female winners, setting new benchmarks for speed on Australian soil.

The marathon, presented by ASICS, witnessed the triumphant defense of titles by wheelchair champions Madison de Rozario from Australia and Josh Cassidy from Canada, showcasing their exceptional skills with back-to-back victories. Moreover, the marathon itself broke records by becoming Australia’s largest ever, boasting a staggering 25,000 registered participants, surpassing last year’s record of 17,000 participants.

Race Director Wayne Larden expressed immense satisfaction with the day’s outcomes, emphasizing the significance of the record-breaking performances and the massive turnout. He highlighted the event’s pivotal role in Australian marathon history, attributing its success to the collective effort of all involved and underscoring Sydney’s growing reputation as a premier marathon destination vying for Abbott World Marathon Major status.

Among the standout performances, Brimin Kipkorir Misoi from Kenya crossed the finish line in a remarkable 02.06.18, setting a new course record and achieving the fastest marathon time ever recorded by a male in Australia. Chalu Deso from Ethiopia secured second place, with a time of 02.08.02, followed closely by Felix Kiptoo Kirwa from Kenya in third place, clocking in at 02.08.18.

In the women’s category, Workenesh Edesa Gurmesa from Ethiopia emerged victorious, setting a new course record of 02:21:41. Gurmesa’s exceptional performance not only broke the previous record but also established a new record for the fastest female marathon run on Australian soil, surpassing the mark set two decades ago by Naoko Takahashi during the Sydney Olympic Games.

The wheelchair races were equally thrilling, with Madison de Rozario dominating the women’s event with a time of 01:54:10, successfully defending her title from the previous year. Joshua Cassidy from Canada showcased his prowess by defending his title in the men’s wheelchair race with a time of 01:38:35.

The TCS Sydney Marathon’s success was further enhanced by the support of the New South Wales Government through Destination NSW, solidifying its status as a premier sporting event. Organized by Athletics Australia and managed by Pont3, the marathon exemplified excellence, athleticism, and the spirit of competition, setting new standards in the world of marathon running.