The inaugural Melbourne Marathon, 1977, was on the course for which it became famous, Melbourne to Frankston. Melbourne returns to the traditional course for the second time in nearly ten years and they are excited about their new sponsor who has given them the opportunity to rejuvenate the event.

This course gives you the opportunity to enjoy the camaraderie of the train trip to the start with the other athletes and the accomplishment of a scenic and fast course.

Take up the challenge and be part of the tradition.

Each finisher in the marathon and half marathon receives a medal.

Course records
Male	Bill Rodgers	USA	1982	2Hr 11min 08sec
Female	Alena Peterkova	TCH	1992	2Hr 33min 02sec
Date:	October	Country: Australia

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Moscow International Peace Marathon starts at the Red Square in front of one of the considered most beautiful and famous shrines on Earth – St.Basil’s Cathedral. Flat as a pancake and an extremely fast course. And is probably one of the most picturesque routes in the world, steeped with history and tradition.

It runs along the Moscow River through beautiful and historic parts of the city along the walls of the Moscow Kremlin, past the newly restored Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Gorky Park, Peter the Great Monument, and other spectacular landmarks, palaces and ancient Orthodox churches with golden cupolas. The finish is in front of the Russia Hotel near the Start area in full view of the magnificent domes of St.Basil’s Cathedral.

Certainly a sight to behold and an event well worth making the trip for. The course time limit is 6 hours.

Course records
Male	Yakov Tolstikov	Russia	1984	2Hr 10min 48sec
Female	Yelena Semyonova	Ukraine	1991	2Hr 33min 16sec
Date:	September	Country: Russia

For more information: www.marafon.msk.ru

The gran maraton Pacifico of Mazaltán Mexico is held northeast of the Mexican Republic, south of the State of Sinaloa. It is situated in an area surrounded by beautiful beaches and colonial centers in the western mountains, offering an exciting contrast of the different views that can be admired in the south of the State of Sinaloa.

Other than the 26 miler, there's a half marathon, which attracts quality runners as well as a 10K race during the weekend. And once the racing is complete, participants can enjoy the hospitality, balmy weather and relaxed atmosphere of Mazatlan, home of Pacifico Beer.

Course records
Male	Kipkemoi Cheruyot	Kenya	2000	2Hr 15min 37sec
Female	Martha Tenorio	Ecuador	2000	2Hr 34min 00sec
Date:		Organising Country:	Mexico	Director: Francisco Ayala