qualifying time / charity

World Marathon Major. World's oldest annual marathon (130th edition in 2026). Entry by qualifying time only — standards tightened for 2026 (e.g. sub-2:55 men 18-34). 33,267 qualifier applications for 2026; fastest-first within each age/gender group. Entry $260. Charity via official B.A.A. partners. Iconic point-to-point course from Hopkinton to Boston featuring Newton Hills and Heartbreak Hill. Held on Patriots' Day (Monday). 6h time limit.