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

Thousands of runners take part in Bible Marathon that sees new time record

The winner, Adisu Osano from Rishon Etzion, crossed the finish line in 3:02:42, breaking a new record for the event.

OCTOBER 20, 2019ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Finish line of Bible Marathon on October 18, 2019.

Eliud Kipchoge's sub-two hour marathon like landing on the moon

"Today we went to the moon and came back to earth! I am at a loss for words for all the support I have received from all over the world," Eliud Kipchoge said.

OCTOBER 12, 2019ByREUTERS
Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge, the marathon world record holder, crosses the finish line during his attempt to run a marathon in under two hours in Vienna, Austria, October 12, 2019

First wine-drinking half marathon comes to Israel

Participants showed up in a variety of costumes to run the festive half marathon. Some of the tasting stations included raging parties with music and food.

OCTOBER 5, 2019ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Wine (Illustrative)

Marathon mom Beatie Deutsch is opening the eyes of the Israeli public

#42: Beatie Deutsch

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
Beatie Deutsch

Ultra-orthodox mom of five wins half marathon in Riga, representing Israel

Deutsch won the Jerusalem Marathon and is a candidate to train for the Olympics in Tokyo next year.

MAY 21, 2019ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
ISRAELI-AMERICAN Beatie Deutsch just began running seriously three years ago, and already she has won the Tiberias Marathon and has her sights set on the 2020 Olympics

Athletic great advises World ORT CEO how to succeed in the London marathon

CEO of World-ORT, Avi Ganon will lead a group of Israeli runners in the London marathon with hopes of raising funds to upgrade an Israeli youth athletic facility.

APRIL 11, 2019ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
World ORT Avi Gonen and Lord Seb Ceo / Courtesy World ORT

Marathon movers and shakers

It was difficult to watch thousands of athletes running in such a festive spirit, without thinking about the flare-up on the Gaza border.

MARCH 27, 2019ByBENITA LEVIN
Action shot! The writer’s son runs the 10-km race in the Jerusalem Marathon

Jerusalem Marathon thrills and inspires runners and spectators alike

MARCH 15, 2019ByURIEL STURM
Jerusalem Marathon runners run past the Jerusalem's Old City walls, March 15th, 2019

Evangelical Christians coming to Israel, will 'Run for Zion'

“If you are a Christian and a runner, Jerusalem is the most powerful and impressive place to run,” said Jonathan Feldstein, president of a new nonprofit organization, Genesis 123.

MARCH 8, 2019ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
Runners in the Jerusalem Marathon, March 2018

Running for a cause

Get to know some of the teams that will be pounding the pavement in the Jerusalem Marathon on March 15

MARCH 1, 2019BySHIRA ZWEBNER
IDF SOLDIERS connect with Kav L’Noar kids at the Jerusalem Marathon, mentoring and sharing stories with some of Israel’s at-risk youth both on and off the race course.