Marathon

Outrage after man dressed as Hitler, standing on Israeli flag, salutes Boston Marathon runners

Israeli Consul to New England Benjamin Sharoni said that the incident was an attempt to intimidate Jewish runners, adding that the incident "must be condemned without reservation."

|ByMICHAEL STARR
Runners cross the finish line during the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Runners make their way uphill toward Jaffa Gate, passing beneath the Tower of David’s iconic walls.

A city back on its feet after a month of war: The 2026 Jerusalem Marathon experience

This spirit of persistence is perhaps why, even with exhausted legs, many are already thinking about next year.

|ByGIL LEWINSKY
Thousands of runners take part in the annual marathon in Jerusalem, April 4, 2025.

Jerusalem Marathon's full race canceled due to weather conditions

The full marathon, which spans 42.2 kilometers, was scheduled to take place on Friday amid growing excitement and demand for the event.

|ByARIELLA ROITMAN
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR Gavin Newsom attends the inauguration of new installations at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center as part of the prison’s transformation plan, in San Quentin, California, US, February 20, 2026.

Grapevine, March 20, 2026: A legislative battle against Jews

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

|ByGREER FAY CASHMAN

We pray for them..and run for them!

Eighteen boys and girls from Bet Elazraki Children’s Home will run a half marathon in Daytona Beach, Florida, in honor of the quick release of Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Exercising goodness muscles in a marathon - opinion

May we all keep exercising our laughter and love and goodness muscles – when doing politics, too!

FEBRUARY 7, 2024ByGIL TROY
THE WRITER crosses the finish line at the Dead Sea Marathon.

Jerusalem Marathon to be run as scheduled in March

Registration is free for IDF soldiers, security forces, and rescue teams, including reservists who served or are serving in the “Iron Swords” war.

JANUARY 16, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
RUNNERS PARTICIPATE in previous editions of the Jerusalem Marathon, which will take place for the 13th time on March 8 in the Israeli capital.

Run for Amudim: Nine teams run for Amudim in upcoming Miami marathon

As with most marathons, some participants will be running as individuals and others as members of teams formed to benefit various charities and foundations.

OCTOBER 7, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
THAT AMAZING feeling when the runners cross the finish line

Marathon runner locks himself in glass box and runs for 15 days for charity

Bulgarian marathon runner Karasa Georgiev began running in the glass box in Sofia to raise funds for people fighting addictions.

MAY 5, 2023ByWALLA!
LOOK AHEAD and you will get where you need to go

Scottish runner disqualified for using car in ultra-marathon

The athlete covered a mile in just one minute 40 seconds. The current world record for a mile run is three minutes 43 seconds.

APRIL 19, 2023ByREUTERS
Great City Games - Manchester 2011

Over 40,000 people take part in Jerusalem Winner Marathon

The 42.2 kilometer race will see runners dash along a number of important landmarks throughout Jerusalem.

MARCH 17, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Kiprotich Noah Kigen of Kenya is seen winning the Jerusalem Winner Marathon, on March 17, 2023.

The Jerusalem Marathon: The Israeli capital's reliable money-maker

Has the Jerusalem marathon, happening today with perceptibly less fanfare, bounced back from the effects of the pandemic?

MARCH 17, 2023ByPEGGY CIDOR
POUNDING THE pavement in last year’s Winner Jerusalem Marathon, March 2022.

Grapevine March 1, 2023: Between Jerusalem and Rome

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

MARCH 1, 2023ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
SOME OF the members of the Indian Embassy team who ran in the Tel Aviv Marathon.

Tel Aviv Marathon becomes 'run for democracy' protest against judicial reform

Participants in the Tel Aviv race showed their opposition to the government's plans during the run.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Runners at the Tel Aviv Marathon show their opposition to the judicial reforms.