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The World Marathon Majors.

Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago and New York: the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Most entries come through a ballot, a qualifying time, a charity place or a tour operator, so plan a year or more ahead. 7 marathons in 5 countries, racing from 7 Mar to 7 Nov 2027. The next is Tokyo Marathon in Tokyo, on Sun, 7 Mar 2027.