Tanzania, July 16 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzania's long-distance running star Alphonce Simbu is set to lead one of the strongest men's fields ever assembled for the TCS Sydney Marathon when the race takes place on August 30, 2026.

Simbu, one of Tanzania's most decorated distance runners, will be among the headline attractions at the prestigious event after organisers confirmed him as part of the elite men's field.

The Arusha-based athlete heads to Australia in excellent form following another outstanding season on the international circuit.

He boasts a personal best of 2:02:47, placing him among the fastest marathon runners in the world, and recently reinforced his credentials with a second-place finish at the 2026 Boston Marathon, one of ...