The world's largest half marathon. 60,000 runners from Newcastle to South Shields.
Great North Run 2026 features an elite field rated 93/100, with Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone 🇺🇸 emerging as the clear frontrunner at 21.3% win probability. Magnus Ditlev trails at 12.9% and will need a tactical masterclass to contend.
Watch for the head-to-head between Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Magnus Ditlev — our model has them separated by only 8.4 points. Benson Kipruto 🇰🇪 (9.9%) adds a wildcard element. Course knowledge and pacing strategy will be decisive in the closing stages.
Cool conditions (14°C / 57°F) are favorable for fast times. Cool skies should allow athletes to push the pace early. Watch for Moderate impacting the exposed sections of the course.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone to win. Early projection — form and fitness closer to race day will refine this call.
Course record: 58:14. Newcastle hosts this 21.0975 km event.
Elite field to be announced.