World Athletics Road Running Championships

<section class="HeroCarousel_heroCarousel__3uXuq" style="padding-bottom: 30%;" data-name="carousel-article">
<div class="HeroCarousel_active__25jlG"><img class="HeroCarousel_carouselImage__2PmFp" src="https://sparta.dk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Sequence-02-Low2-Compressed-more.gif" data-name="image-original" />
<div class="HeroCarousel_carouselLayer__eh7wy" style="background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0) 55%, rgba(38, 38, 38, 0.8) 100%);">
<div class="HeroCarousel_articleContainer__1V1O1 HeroCarousel_rightArticleContainer__RTpyR">
<div class="HeroCarousel_article__33oiY" data-name="description-container"><hr class="HeroCarousel_line__2TbIZ" style="display: block;" />
<h1 class="HeroCarousel_title__1sziS">3 ICONIC RACES<br />6 WORLD CHAMPIONS <br />65.000 RUNNERS-UP</h1>
<p>Do you want to race against the world's best athletes in Copenhagen? In 2026, the World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 will take over the Danish capital. It will be an intense battle for six iconic titles in the One Mile, 5K, and Half Marathon. And you can be part of it!<br /><br /><br /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</section>

<div style="background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 20px; text-align: center;">
<h1><strong>THE WORLD ATHLETICS</strong></h1>
<h1><strong>ROAD RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIPS</strong></h1>
<h1><strong>COPENHAGEN 26</strong></h1>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In September, 2026, elite runners from all over the world will head towards Copenhagen, Denmark.<br /><br />They come from different countries and with different backgrounds, but they all share the same goal: <br />To conquer the title as the fastest runner in the world on the One Mile, the 5K, and the Half Marathon.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>We have the city, an amazing crowd, and three courses built for champions. Now all we need is you.</p>
<p>So find your running shoes and join us for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>You are qualified!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Do you want to line up behind the start line of a true World Championship?</strong><br />Right now, you can sign up for the One Mile and 5 Kilometers at WRRC Copenhagen 2026. It&rsquo;s going to be an unforgettable running celebration!<br /><br /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><a style="cursor: pointer; width: 100%; color: #2c2a29; background-color: #a5fa64; text-decoration: none; padding: 25px;" href="https://in.wrrccopenhagen26-tickets.com/world-athletics-road-running-championships-copenhagen-261739620994027/?campaign=6a968a494296cc080e6affba"><strong>SIGN UP FOR ONE MILE</strong></a><br /><br /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><a style="cursor: pointer; width: 100%; color: #2c2a29; background-color: #bc94ff; text-decoration: none; padding: 25px;" href="https://in.wrrccopenhagen26-tickets.com/world-athletics-road-running-championships-copenhagen-261739620994027/?campaign=6a968a19fac15b74c31383ba"><strong>SIGN UP FOR 5 KILOMETER</strong></a><br /><br /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div style="margin-top: 40px; padding: 28px 32px; background: #ffffff; border-left: 6px solid #69D7E1; border-radius: 4px; text-align: center;">
<h3 style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 16px;">Need a bib number for the half marathon?</h3>
<p>The Resale Platform is the safe and secure way for buyers and sellers to connect and complete transfers for WRRC Copenhagen 26.</p>
<p>Whether you are looking for a spot or want to sell your bib, this is where to go.</p>
<p style="margin: 24px 0 0;"><a style="display: inline-block; background-color: #69d7e1; color: #1e1e1e; text-decoration: none; padding: 18px 32px; font-weight: 900; border-radius: 2px;" href="https://worldathletics.org/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/the-event/resale-platform" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the Resale Platform</a></p>
</div>
</div>

<section class="styles_root__3xw5i styles_body__25okG">
<div id="wrrc-steps" class="container-lg" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; padding-right: 0.75rem; padding-left: 0.75rem; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; max-width: 960px; box-sizing: border-box;">
<div class="row py-3" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 0; margin-right: calc(1.5rem * -0.5); margin-left: calc(1.5rem * -0.5); padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;">
<div class="col" style="white-space: normal; flex-shrink: 0; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; padding-right: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); padding-left: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); margin-top: 0; flex: 1 0 0%;">
<h2 style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900;">3 steps to the World Championships</h2>
</div>
</div>

<div class="row" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 0; margin-right: calc(1.5rem * -0.5); margin-left: calc(1.5rem * -0.5);">
<div class="col d-flex flex-wrap justify-content-center gap-3" style="white-space: normal; flex-shrink: 0; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; padding-right: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); padding-left: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); margin-top: 0; flex: 1 0 0%; gap: 1rem; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center;">
<div class="card" style="white-space: normal; position: relative; display: flex; flex-direction: column; min-width: 280px; flex: 1 1 280px; word-wrap: break-word; background-color: #f7f4ee; background-clip: border-box; border: 0; border-radius: 0.25rem; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 30%; overflow: hidden;">
<div class="card-img-top" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; height: 200px; overflow: hidden;"><img class="img-fluid" style="white-space: normal; object-fit: cover; height: 100%; width: 100%; display: block;" src="https://sparta.dk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/55253258354_19ea140792_k.jpg" alt="WRRC Copenhagen 26 Expo" /></div>
<div class="card-body" style="white-space: normal; flex: 1 1 auto; padding: 1rem 1rem; display: flex; flex-direction: column;">
<h3 class="card-title" style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; color: #000000;">All about the Expo</h3>
<p class="card-text" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 1rem; line-height: 1.6;">Find out how to collect your bib number, T-shirt and race bag. Afterwards, you can lose yourself in a jungle of great offers.</p>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: auto;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #69d7e1; padding: 12px 20px; border-radius: 4px;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/the-event/the-expo"> Explore the Expo </a></div>
</div>
</div>

<div class="card" style="white-space: normal; position: relative; display: flex; flex-direction: column; min-width: 280px; flex: 1 1 280px; word-wrap: break-word; background-color: #f7f4ee; background-clip: border-box; border: 0; border-radius: 0.25rem; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 30%; overflow: hidden;">
<div class="card-img-top" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; height: 200px; overflow: hidden;"><img class="img-fluid" style="white-space: normal; object-fit: cover; height: 100%; width: 100%; display: block;" src="https://sparta.dk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-3.-sep.-2026-10.30.55.png" alt="Runners Area at WRRC Copenhagen 26" /></div>
<div class="card-body" style="white-space: normal; flex: 1 1 auto; padding: 1rem 1rem; display: flex; flex-direction: column;">
<h3 class="card-title" style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; color: #000000;">Runners Area</h3>
<p class="card-text" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 1rem; line-height: 1.6;">This is where you can store your baggage, relax, grab something to eat and meet up with friends and family after the race.</p>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: auto;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #69d7e1; padding: 12px 20px; border-radius: 4px;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/the-event/runners-area"> Explore the Runners Area </a></div>
</div>
</div>

<div class="card" style="white-space: normal; position: relative; display: flex; flex-direction: column; min-width: 280px; flex: 1 1 280px; word-wrap: break-word; background-color: #f7f4ee; background-clip: border-box; border: 0; border-radius: 0.25rem; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 30%; overflow: hidden;">
<div class="card-img-top" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; height: 200px; overflow: hidden;"><img class="img-fluid" style="white-space: normal; object-fit: cover; height: 100%; width: 100%; display: block;" src="https://sparta.dk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-3.-sep.-2026-10.32.06.png" alt="Start groups at WRRC Copenhagen 26" /></div>
<div class="card-body" style="white-space: normal; flex: 1 1 auto; padding: 1rem 1rem; display: flex; flex-direction: column;">
<h3 class="card-title" style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; color: #000000;">Find your start group</h3>
<p class="card-text" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 1rem; line-height: 1.6;">Everything you need to know about start groups, pace groups and expected start times at WRRC Copenhagen 26.</p>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: auto;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #69d7e1; padding: 12px 20px; border-radius: 4px;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/races/start-and-pace-groups"> Find your start group </a></div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</section>

<section class="styles_root__3xw5i styles_body__25okG">
<div id="sa25" class="container-lg" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; padding-right: 0.75rem; padding-left: 0.75rem; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; max-width: 960px;">
<div class="row py-3" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: calc(0 * -1); margin-right: calc(1.5rem * -0.5); margin-left: calc(1.5rem * -0.5); padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;">
<div class="col" style="white-space: normal; flex-shrink: 0; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; padding-right: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); padding-left: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); margin-top: 0; flex: 1 0 0%;">
<h2 style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900;">Featured routes</h2>
</div>
</div>
<div class="row" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: calc(0 * -1); margin-right: calc(1.5rem * -0.5); margin-left: calc(1.5rem * -0.5);">
<div class="col d-flex flex-wrap justify-content-center gap-3" style="white-space: normal; flex-shrink: 0; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; padding-right: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); padding-left: calc(1.5rem * 0.5); margin-top: 0; flex: 1 0 0%; gap: 1rem; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center;">
<div class="card" style="white-space: normal; position: relative; display: flex; flex-direction: column; min-width: 300px; word-wrap: break-word; background-color: #fff; background-clip: border-box; border: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.125); border-radius: 0.25rem; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 30%;">
<div class="card-img-top" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; height: 200px; overflow: hidden; border-top-left-radius: calc(0.25rem - 1px); border-top-right-radius: calc(0.25rem - 1px);"><img class="img-fluid" style="white-space: normal; object-fit: cover; height: 100%; width: 100%;" src="https://assets.aws.worldathletics.org/675fec39a16e6e66c7de9f9b.jpg" /></div>
<div class="card-body" style="white-space: normal; flex: 1 1 auto; padding: 1rem 1rem; display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: space-around;">
<p class="card-subtitle" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0; margin-top: -0.25rem; margin-bottom: 0; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: 1px solid #A5FA64;">Saturday, September 19, 2026</p>
<h3 class="card-title" style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; color: #000000;">One Mile</h3>
<p class="card-text" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0;">The One Mile is an easy distance to get in shape for &ndash; and a tough race to master. Go all out right behind the world elite or take it easy and enjoy the experience of a real world championship your family and friends.</p>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #a5fa64;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/races/one-mile">Learn more</a></div>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;">&nbsp;</div>
</div>
</div>
<div class="card" style="white-space: normal; position: relative; display: flex; flex-direction: column; min-width: 300px; word-wrap: break-word; background-color: #fff; background-clip: border-box; border: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.125); border-radius: 0.25rem; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 30%;">
<div class="card-img-top" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; height: 200px; overflow: hidden; border-top-left-radius: calc(0.25rem - 1px); border-top-right-radius: calc(0.25rem - 1px);"><img class="img-fluid" style="white-space: normal; object-fit: cover; height: 100%; width: 100%;" src="https://assets.aws.worldathletics.org/675febcfa16e6e66c7de9f9a.jpg" /></div>
<div class="card-body" style="white-space: normal; flex: 1 1 auto; padding: 1rem 1rem; display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: space-around;">
<p class="card-subtitle" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0; margin-top: -0.25rem; margin-bottom: 0; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: 1px solid #BC94FF;">Saturday, September 19, 2026</p>
<h3 class="card-title" style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; color: #000000;">5K</h3>
<p class="card-text" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0;">Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, the 5K is achievable. The distance is short enough to attract newcomers but also challenging enough for experienced runners to chase personal bests.</p>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #bc94ff;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/races/5-kilometers">Learn more</a></div>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;">&nbsp;</div>
</div>
</div>
<div class="card" style="white-space: normal; position: relative; display: flex; flex-direction: column; min-width: 300px; word-wrap: break-word; background-color: #fff; background-clip: border-box; border: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.125); border-radius: 0.25rem; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 30%;">
<div class="card-img-top" style="white-space: normal; width: 100%; height: 200px; overflow: hidden; border-top-left-radius: calc(0.25rem - 1px); border-top-right-radius: calc(0.25rem - 1px);"><img class="img-fluid" style="white-space: normal; object-fit: cover; height: 100%; width: 100%;" src="https://assets.aws.worldathletics.org/675febb7a16e6e66c7de9f99.jpg" /></div>
<div class="card-body" style="white-space: normal; flex: 1 1 auto; padding: 1rem 1rem; display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: space-around;">
<p class="card-subtitle" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0; margin-top: -0.25rem; margin-bottom: 0; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: 1px solid #FF873C;">Sunday, September 20, 2026</p>
<h3 class="card-title" style="white-space: normal; padding-top: 10px; font-weight: 900; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; color: #000000;">Half Marathon (sold out)</h3>
<p class="card-text" style="white-space: normal; padding: 8px 0;">Half the distance of a marathon &ndash; and twice the fun. At least it will be on the course that we have planned for you with lots of music and entertainment all the way from start to finish. Let&rsquo;s have a blast!</p>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #ff873c;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/races/half-marathon">Learn more</a></div>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-1" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 0.25rem; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;">&nbsp;</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<div class="d-flex justify-content-center py-3" style="white-space: normal; display: flex; justify-content: center; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;"><a class="btn btn-primary" style="white-space: normal; font-weight: 900; color: #1e1e1e; flex-grow: 1; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; background-color: #69d7e1;" role="button" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/races">View all Races</a></div>
</div>
</section>

<section class="HeroCarousel_heroCarousel__3uXuq" style="padding-bottom: 30%;" data-name="carousel-article">
<div class="HeroCarousel_active__25jlG"><img class="HeroCarousel_carouselImage__2PmFp" src="https://assets.aws.worldathletics.org/6777c10f60448c15debbc410.jpg" data-name="image-original" />
<div class="HeroCarousel_carouselLayer__eh7wy" style="background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0) 55%, rgba(38, 38, 38, 0.8) 100%);">
<div class="HeroCarousel_articleContainer__1V1O1 HeroCarousel_leftArticleContainer__RTpyR">
<div class="HeroCarousel_article__33oiY" data-name="description-container"><hr class="HeroCarousel_line__2TbIZ" style="display: block;" />
<h1 class="HeroCarousel_title__1sziS">Grind and glory awaits in Copenhagen</h1>
<p>The World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26 will lead 65.000 runners through the city's historic streets and beautiful waterfronts. The event is perfect for all levels, so join the race that captures the vibrant spirit of Copenhagen in an uforgettable urban run.<br /><br /><br /><a style="cursor: pointer; width: 100%; color: #2c2a29; background-color: #69d7e1; text-decoration: none; padding: 25px;" href="https://worldathletics.org/en/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/races"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>LEARN MORE</strong></span></a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</section>

World Athletics Road Running Championships København 2026

World Athletics Road Running Championships København 26

World Athletics+

<h1>Where to watch the World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26</h1>
<p><br /><a href="https://worldathletics.org/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/timetable" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Elite timetable</strong></span></a> | <a href="https://worldathletics.org/competitions/world-athletics-road-running-championships/copenhagen26/news/previews" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>event previews</strong></span></a>&nbsp;</p>
<p><br />Athletes will battle for mile, 5km and half marathon honours when the Danish capital hosts the <strong>World Athletics Road Running Championships Copenhagen 26</strong> on Saturday and Sunday (19-20).<br /><br /></p>
<p>You can keep up to date with the latest on the World Athletics website, its associated platforms and via a number of broadcasters around the world.<br /><br /></p>
<p>Check out the list below to find out where you can watch the elite race action in your country, and keep an eye on this page, as further information will be added once available. Geo-restrictions may apply. Be sure to check local listings &ndash; some broadcasts may be live while others will consist of highlights.<br /><br /></p>
<p><a href="https://worldathletics.org/worldathletics-plus" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Sign up or log in to World Athletics+</strong></span></a> to make sure you are ready come event weekend.</p>