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The Sydney Marathon ballot is trending — but is Australia's World Marathon Major actually worth entering? We ran it in 2026 and this is our full, no-BS review.


From the expo to the event village, the course, and the spectators — we break down exactly what to expect before you commit to the ballot. No sponsored fluff, just what it's actually like to run Sydney Marathon as one of the World Marathon Majors.


In this episode:

✅ Sydney Marathon Expo — what to expect

✅ Event Village review

✅ Course rating — elevation, route, and race-day feel

✅ Crowd support and spectator experience

✅ Should you enter the Sydney Marathon ballot?


If you're considering entering the Sydney Marathon ballot for 2027, this honest review will help you decide before you commit.


🏃 Real runner review — not sponsored



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