Kenyan athlete Brimin Misoi and Ethiopian runner Workenesh Edesa both set new course records at the TCS Sydney Marathon, with Misoi finishing the men's race in 2:06:17, breaking the previous record by 46 seconds. Misoi made his decisive move at the 30km mark, finishing almost two minutes ahead of Ethiopia's Chalu Gelmisa. Edesa won the women's race in 2:21:41, shattering the old record by nearly three minutes, with a strong performance that saw her lead an Ethiopian sweep of the podium. The marathon, which featured a record 25,000 participants, is vying for inclusion in the World Marathon Majors series, which includes prestigious events in cities like New York and London. This year’s race showcased significant improvements in performance, with both champions setting remarkable times on a challenging course. The event continues to gain prominence in the global marathon landscape, marking its second year of candidacy for elite status.