Hong Kong Marathon

In 2009, Standard Chartered Hong Kong International Marathon not only had marathon (42.195 kilometers) events, but also half marathon (21.1 kilometers) and 10 kilometer events.

In each competition, further divide into different groups based on gender and age

Since 2007, 10 kilometers have been further divided into three groups: 10 kilometer challenge group (best score less than 01:10:00), 10 kilometer 1 group (best score between 01:10:01-01:25:00), and 10 kilometer 2 group (best score more than 01:25:01). Since 2008, 10 kilometers have been further divided into four groups: 10 kilometer challenge group (best score less than 01:10:00), 10 kilometer 1 group (best score between 01:10:01-01:25:00), 10 kilometer 2 group (best score between 01:25:01-1:00:00), and 10 kilometer 3 group (best score more than 01:40:01). Since 2009, the Half Marathon has been divided into two groups: the Half Marathon Challenge Group (best score less than 02:15:00) and the Half Marathon 1 Group (best score more than 02:15) 01)

1997 Hong Kong Marathon

To celebrate the return of Hong Kong sovereignty to China, Standard Chartered Bank sponsored the marathon for the first time in 1997 and resumed the "Hong Kong Shenzhen Marathon" after a three-year hiatus. The runner departed from the North District Sports Ground in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong, passed through the Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, crossed the border between mainland China and Hong Kong, and finally crossed the line at the Shenzhen Sports Center, symbolizing the smooth transition of Hong Kong. This event was the only marathon race in the world that had run in two regions at that time

1998 Hong Kong Marathon

The 1998 Standard Chartered New Airport Marathon started at the new landmark of Hong Kong - Tsing Ma Bridge, followed the Kap Shui Mun Bridge and the North Lantau Expressway, and ran all the way to the Hong Kong New Airport located at Chek Lap Kok, completing the last part of the race on the runway that was not yet in use at the time. The race process was full of twists and turns, extremely exciting and breathtaking. The 1998 Standard Chartered New Airport Marathon attracted over 6400 athletes to participate in the race, setting a record for the highest number of participants in Hong Kong long-distance running events at the time

1999 Hong Kong Marathon

Standard Chartered Bank once again pioneered in 1999 by holding an international marathon in the bustling Central area for the first time.. The 1999 Standard Chartered Marathon, with a total length of 42.193 kilometers, starts from Chater Road in Central, passes through the Western District Tunnel, Route 3, Cheung Ching Tunnel, Ting Kau Bridge, and then turns back to the Sham Shui Po Sports Ground to race. Running amidst the magnificent commercial buildings in Central, the busiest scene in Hong Kong cheered 6900 athletes, allowing participants from all over the world and Hong Kong to enjoy the competition process and increase the lively atmosphere of the event

2000 Hong Kong Marathon

As we entered the year 2000, the Standard Chartered Marathon specifically started from the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, gathering all runners to start together outside the Tsim Sha Tsui Cultural Centre. The race track revolved around some famous buildings in Kowloon, and athletes had to run from the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, cross the Ting Kau Bridge, and reach the finish line of the Sham Shui Po Sports Ground.. For the first time, the event features three different distance events: marathon, half marathon, and ten kilometer race, challenging the endurance of all Hong Kong citizens and breaking the record again with 7150 participants

2001 Hong Kong Marathon

2001 marked the fifth anniversary of Standard Chartered Bank's success in the Standard Chartered Marathon. The number of participants continued to rise, breaking the 10000 mark for the first time. The event attracted over 10500 athletes to participate in three different distance events: marathon, half marathon, and ten kilometer race.

The Chief Executive, Mr. Tung Chee Hwa, presided over the firing of guns at the starting point of Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui at 7:00 a.m. on the day of the event. More than 10000 contestants set out from Tsim Sha Tsui, crossed the West Kowloon Highway, passed through Tsing Kwai Highway, Changqing Tunnel, Lantau Link (including Tsing Ma Bridge and Kap Shui Mun Bridge), turned back at Ting Kau Bridge, crossed the submarine team road in the western district, and ran straight into the streets in the central district of Hong Kong Island. Finally, they crossed the line at Golden Bauhinia Square of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. Kyrgyz female athlete Bao Jiagao won the championship with an outstanding time of 2 hours, 33 minutes, and 43 seconds, breaking the best time for Hong Kong invited athletes

2002 Hong Kong Marathon

The Standard Chartered Marathon has been continuously developing in recent years and has become the most representative long-distance running event in Hong Kong in just six years. It has also gained recognition from the Asian and international sports circles and hosted the 8th Asian Marathon Championships at the same venue.; Over 50 outstanding athletes from 27 Asian countries and regions have come to Hong Kong to participate in this biennial Asian sports event

Standard Chartered Bank has specially added a "Achievement Reward" program to enhance the attractiveness of the event. Any male athlete who can complete a marathon in 2 hours and 11 minutes will receive a prize of $10000; Female athletes who complete the event within 2 hours and 29 minutes can also receive the same amount of prize money. This event attracted a total of 13574 local and overseas athletes to compete in the marathon, half marathon, and ten kilometer races. Kenyan athlete Madoro and Chinese representative Zhang Shujing stood out among the many participants and won the championship of the Standard Chartered Marathon

2019 Hong Kong Marathon

On February 17th, the 2019 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon came to an end, with Kenyan runner Ba Kiptum breaking the tournament record and winning the men's championship.

Kiptum ran a time of 2 hours, 9 minutes, and 21 seconds, breaking the tournament record set by Ethiopian athlete Belachu in 2017. Ethiopian athlete Dawald finished second with a time of 2 hours, 11 minutes, and 11 seconds, while his compatriot Tedrose finished third

In the women's category, Belarusian athlete Wo Mazuronak made a strong push in the latter half of the race, hitting the line first in 2 hours, 26 minutes, and 13 seconds, while also breaking the tournament record. Bahrain's Yu Chuba and Ethiopia's Jie Shuer ranked second and third respectively

2021 Hong Kong Marathon; In the women's category, Hong Kong athlete Yao Jiezhen won the full marathon championship with a time of 2 hours, 39 minutes, and 27 seconds. The runner up and third place were respectively won by Hong Kong's Wong Cho ning and Ireland's Caitlina Jennings

2022 Hong Kong Marathon

On September 16, 2022, the Hong Kong Athletics Association announced that due to the fact that there were only over two months left until the original event date, many participants and event stakeholders may not have sufficient time to prepare. The organizers have decided to cancel the event scheduled for November 20, and the 2022 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon has been cancelled.

On October 13, 2022, the organizers of the Hong Kong Marathon announced that the 25th Hong Kong Marathon will be held on February 12, 2023, with a tentative quota of 25000 participants. Registration details will be announced in early November

The organizer stated that this event is divided into three categories, including marathon, half marathon, and 10 kilometer, and will invite elite runners from overseas to participate. The race follows the traditional route, with marathons and half marathons starting from Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, and the 10 kilometer race starting from the Eastern Corridor. All groups end at Victoria Park

In the men's marathon race, Kipchumba from Kenya won the championship with a time of 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 47 seconds, while the other two runners from Ethiopia finished second and third respectively. In the women's category, Ethiopian athletes took the top three spots

On February 12, 2023, at the 25th Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, Kenyan athlete Kipchumba won the men's full marathon championship, while Ethiopian athlete Jinma won the women's full marathon championship. Six athletes from Africa took the top three spots in the men's and women's sections of the entire marathon race

2024 Hong Kong Marathon

On August 30, 2023, the launch ceremony of the 2024 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon was held in Hong Kong, China. The race will start on January 21, 2024, and the Asian Marathon Championships will be held at the same venue.

On August 12, 2024, the official website of the Hong Kong Marathon announced that the 2025 Hong Kong Marathon will be held on February 9, 2025, with a total of approximately 74000 participants. This event has marathon, half marathon, 10 kilometer race, and wheelchair race categories. The starting point for both full and half marathon routes is located on Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, while the 10 kilometer group starts from the Eastern Corridor; All groups will end at Victoria Park. In order to increase the competitiveness of the competition, the age group has been expanded to 20, with 10 for each gender