Jerusalem marathon

Capital gears up for 15th Jerusalem Marathon amid uncertainty

Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Iran and heightened security concerns across the country, Israeli authorities have temporarily restricted public gatherings and large events in many areas.

|BySARA SIOUNI
THE JERUSALEM MARATHON has grown into one of Israel’s largest sporting gatherings and the 2026 edition is once again expected to draw tens of thousands of participants… if it can take place.
MEMBERS OF THE ‘Kesher Ayin’ running group pose with Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion (right) at the Jerusalem Marathon earlier this month.

Blind, sighted athletes run side by side in Jerusalem Marathon

Running side by side, these blind and sighted athletes are connecting across all social boundaries.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
Approximately 40,000 runners took to the streets of the capital on Friday morning for the 14th International Jerusalem ‘Winner’ Marathon – marking a record-breaking turnout and one of the most emotionally charged marathons in the city’s history.

Tens of thousands run in record-breaking Jerusalem Marathon

Among the 1,800 international participants were athletes from dozens of countries, running shoulder-to-shoulder with approximately 15,000 IDF soldiers, reservists, and police officers.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
MTV’s ‘Catfish’ host Nev Schulman – an avid Israel supporter – is set to run the Jerusalem Marathon on Friday in support of athletes with disabilities

Nev Schulman running for athletes with disabilities at the Jerusalem Marathon

His participation underscores his commitment to inclusion in sports and advocacy for individuals with special needs.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

Shmuel Harari's widow and children will run the Jerusalem Marathon in his memory

In memory of fallen soldier Shmuel Harari, his widow and bereaved children will run the Jerusalem Marathon to honor his sacrifice.

APRIL 1, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
ANNA HARARI and the late Shmuel Harari pose with their children. In October 2024, Shmuel was killed in combat with Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon.

Shalva runners breaking barriers at Jerusalem Marathon

The runners will dedicate their race to the memory of the late Lt. Col. (res.) Eliav Abitbol, who fell in the Iron Swords War in southern Lebanon.

MARCH 31, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
TEAM SHALVA – a group of runners with disabilities representing the organization – is set to compete in the 10km race at the Jerusalem Marathon in memory of fallen soldier Eliav Abitbul.

The race is on: Runners prepare for 14th annual Jerusalem Marathon

Tens of thousands of runners from all over the country and the world will be participating in 14th International Jerusalem Winner Marathon. 

MARCH 28, 2025ByGIL LEWINSKY
Racers are seen running in the annual Jerusalem Winner Marathon.

Jerusalem Marathon unveils official running shoe

This year's launch was led by two inspiring marathon ambassador Orr Sheizaf and Netanel Sinai.

MARCH 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
IDF RESERVIST and runner Orr Sheizaf poses with the Saucony RIDE 18 model shoe launched this week in honor of the upcoming Jerusalem Marathon.

A sports physical therapist’s guide to conquering the Jerusalem Marathon

Here are some tips I’ve learned over two and a half decades of distance running and injury prevention that can help in the Jerusalem Marathon.

MARCH 21, 2025BySHLOMO HAMMER
Sports physical therapist Shlomo Hammer is seen participating in the Jerusalem Marathon for the 19th time.

Jerusalem Marathon honors Israel’s heroes

Tens of thousands of runners from Israel and around the world will take part in the 14th annual race.

MARCH 4, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
JERUSALEM MAYOR Moshe Lion (center) at yesterday’s launch event at Givat Ram for the 14th International Jerusalem Winner Marathon, slated for April 4 in the capital.

I ran the Jerusalem Marathon: Here's 4 reasons Israel will thrive - opinion

Here are four reasons why I know that Israel will survive and thrive after the Oct. 7 massacre, that I learned from the Jerusalem Winner Marathon.

MARCH 16, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
THOUGH RELATIVELY narrow, Jerusalem’s streets miraculously accommodated the staggering 40,000 runners who turned out for the race.

Grapevine: Marathon impasse

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

MARCH 16, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Runners pass the Temple Mount at the Jerusalem Marathon.

After being wounded in Gaza, this marathoner is recovering one step at a time

This year’s Jerusalem Winner Marathon was the first Orr Sheizaf had joined since being wounded in the Israel-Hamas war.

MARCH 16, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR
Orr Sheizaf (L) is seen at the Jerusalem Winner Marathon alongside Battalion 8111 Kaf commander Roey Rachamim (R).

13th Jerusalem Marathon a celebration of sport, strength and support

Many runners embraced that patriotic vibe, participating in full IDF uniform, or with Israel flags and "Bring Them Home" signs referencing the hostages.

MARCH 8, 2024ByURIEL STURM
Runners pass the Temple Mount at the Jerusalem Marathon.