A marathon is a long-distance running race spanning approximately 42 kilometers (42.195 meters), requiring endurance and determination. It derives its name from the story of Pheidippides, a messenger in Ancient Greece who ran from the Battle of Marathon to Athens to deliver news of victory. Since the inception of the modern Olympic Games, the marathon has become a popular sport, bringing together amateur and professional athletes through major events worldwide. Testing both physical endurance and mental strength, a marathon is not just a race but also a personal challenge and a story of achievement.

Some of the popular marathons in Turkiye;

1. Istanbul Marathon (N Kolay Istanbul Marathon)
2. Izmir Marathon (Marathon Izmir)
3. Antalya Marathon (Runatolia)
4. Bodrum Global Run
5. Ankara Half Marathon
6. Çanakkale Troy Half Marathon