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24 October 2026

Run in the Footsteps of Zátopek on the Fast Course through Ostrava

Take your place at the start of the third edition of the Emil Zátopek Golden Marathon. You can run a marathon alongside the world’s elite, as well as enjoy the half marathon, 10 km race, and a team competition – all on an even faster, certified course.

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Emil Zátopek

The Legend and Elite of Long-Distance Running

Emil Zátopek is the only runner in the world to win the 5 000m, the 10 000m and the marathon at the same Olympic Games (Helsinki 1952). He did it in just eight days and it was his first time running a marathon. During his career he broke 18 world records and over 50 Czechoslovak records. He even won the best athlete poll three times.

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Ostrava City

Zatopek’s First World Record

It was in Ostrava where Emil Zátopek first set 10 000m world record and at the same year (1949) also surpassed it. That was the start of his incredible career. In the spirit of his tradition, other runners in Ostrava have also managed to break a few world records. Kenenisa Bekele broke the world record for 10 000m in 2004 and Haile Gebrselassie broke the world records for 20 000m and the one hour run in 2007.

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Zátopek’s Marathon

World-Class Elite and a Unique Atmosphere

You can run the marathon with the world’s elite or choose shorter distances and experience the excitement of professional running. Every runner – young or old, beginner or expert – matters to us. Throughout the day, runners enjoy top-class facilities, and fans can cheer from the stands while enjoying great food, music, and sports shopping.

Why To Run?

The Emil Zátopek’s Marathon Route.

  • Courses of the Emil Zátopek Marathon.
  • Experience a city run featuring long streight sections on a certified course. The second edition boasts an improved - faster route with less elevation.
  • The winning time at the first edition was 2:10:05 by Kennedy Ronoh – will this record be broken this year?
  • Start and finish at the legendary stadium with professional facilities and an unforgettable atmosphere, where Emil Zátopek set records and Usain Bolt sprinted.
  • Top-notch service from an experienced organizing team, also responsible for Zlatá tretra Ostrava and  the world’s best athletes – and now for you.
  • A rich programme for fans and families throughout the day.
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