12.10.2008 (VIC)

2008 Samsung Melbourne Marathon & 2008 Australian Road Running Championship

Melbourne, Victoria

The 2008 Samsung Melbourne Marathon will incorporate the 2008 Australian Road Running Championship (21.1km), the 2008 Victorian Marathon Championship and the 2008 Australian University Championship - Distance Running.

Everyone from the elite runner to the weekend warrior is gearing up for Melbourne’s premier running event.

Last year both the marathon and half marathon were fully subscribed, and in 2008 more than 20,000 entrants are expected to toe the start line.

The Samsung Melbourne Marathon was the most popular marathon event in Australia last year, eclipsing entries in both the Gold Coast and Sydney marathons.

The four picturesque courses will take in iconic Melbourne landmarks including Federation Square, Albert Park Lake and the Port Phillip Bay foreshore, with all participants finishing on the hallowed turf of the MCG.

Races:
Samsung Melbourne Marathon (42.195km)
Asics Melbourne Half Marathon (21.1km)
The Coffee Club (10km)
Active Feet (5.5km Run/Walk)

Total prize pool: $A25,800

For further information or to submit an entry click here