Boston Marathon qualification
Information about qualifying at the WVV Marathon Würzburg and links to the Boston Athletic Association.
Qualification
Alongside the Olympic marathon, the Boston Marathon has one of the longest traditions of any running event worldwide and is one of the most important marathon events. The first race took place on 19 April 1897. Since then, it has been held annually on the third Monday in April, Patriots’ Day.
Participation in the Boston Marathon requires official proof of a qualifying time. This time must have been achieved and verified at a USATF- or AIMS-certified marathon event, over the full marathon distance.
The German source identifies the WVV Marathon Würzburg as one of the few marathon events in Germany recognised as a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon.
The German source states that approximately 30,000 runners are admitted, while applications usually far exceed the available places. In that case, places are awarded to the fastest runners, so a good net time can be decisive.
Registration information
The Boston Marathon takes place annually, starting in Hopkinton and finishing in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
The German source does not identify a Boston Marathon edition or qualifying year for the registration windows and time standards on this page. Check the official B.A.A. information for the requirements, dates and time zone that apply to your intended race.
The registration information quoted in the German source is:
- Registration is usually possible in the second week of September at 10:00, stated as Eastern Standard Time (EST). More precise dates follow in the summer.
- For people with disabilities, the registration period begins in the second week of October at 10:00, also stated as EST.
- The German source asks readers to allow for a time difference of −6 hours.
These are undated statements from the German page, rather than confirmed dates or a universal time-zone conversion for a particular Boston Marathon edition.
Official B.A.A. qualification information
Boston Marathon registration — link provided in the German source
Qualifying times shown in the German source
Qualifying year not specified: the following table is reproduced from the German page. It is not labelled as the requirements for a particular upcoming Boston Marathon. Refer to the official B.A.A. qualification information for your intended race.
| Age Group | MEN | WOMEN | NON-BINARY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-34 | 3hrs 00min 00sec | 3hrs 30min 00sec | 3hrs 30min 00sec |
| 35-39 | 3hrs 05min 00sec | 3hrs 35min 00sec | 3hrs 35min 00sec |
| 40-44 | 3hrs 10min 00sec | 3hrs 40min 00sec | 3hrs 40min 00sec |
| 45-49 | 3hrs 20min 00sec | 3hrs 50min 00sec | 3hrs 50min 00sec |
| 50-54 | 3hrs 25min 00sec | 3hrs 55min 00sec | 3hrs 55min 00sec |
| 55-59 | 3hrs 35min 00sec | 4hrs 05min 00sec | 4hrs 05min 00sec |
| 60-64 | 3hrs 50min 00sec | 4hrs 20min 00sec | 4hrs 20min 00sec |
| 65-69 | 4hrs 05min 00sec | 4hrs 35min 00sec | 4hrs 35min 00sec |
| 70-74 | 4hrs 20min 00sec | 4hrs 50min 00sec | 4hrs 50min 00sec |
| 75-79 | 4hrs 35min 00sec | 5hrs 05min 00sec | 5hrs 05min 00sec |
| 80 and over | 4hrs 50min 00sec | 5hrs 20min 00sec | 5hrs 20min 00sec |
The qualifying times shown refer to net time: the time a runner takes from crossing the starting line to crossing the finish line.
The course
The race starts in Hopkinton and finishes in Boston.
Open the course map supplied on the German page (Google Maps)
Boston Marathon Qualification
Alongside the Olympic Games marathon, the Boston Marathon is the running event with the longest tradition worldwide and is therefore also one of the most important marathon events. The first race took place on April 19, 1897, and has been held annually on the third Monday in April (Patriots’ Day) ever since.
Qualification
To participate in the Boston Marathon, an official proof of a specific qualifying time is required. This time must have been achieved and verified at a USATF or AIMS certified marathon event (full marathon only). The Würzburg Marathon is one of the few marathon events in Germany that is recognized as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon!
Approximately 30,000 runners are admitted, but the number of registrations is usually much higher. In such cases, spots are awarded to the fastest runners. This means a good net time can be crucial for participation in the Boston Marathon.
Information
The Boston Marathon takes place annually. The race starts in Hopkinton and finishes in Boston (U.S. state of Massachusetts). Registration is usually possible during the second week of September at 10:00 AM (Eastern Standard Time – EST) – exact dates will be announced in summer. For athletes with disabilities, the registration period begins during the second week of October at 10:00 AM (EST).
Please note the time difference of -6 hours (CET vs. EST).
More information at: https://www.baa.org/races/boston-marathon/qualify
Qualification Times
| Age Group | MEN | WOMEN | NON-BINARY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-34 | 3hrs 00min 00sec | 3hrs 30min 00sec | 3hrs 30min 00sec |
| 35-39 | 3hrs 05min 00sec | 3hrs 35min 00sec | 3hrs 35min 00sec |
| 40-44 | 3hrs 10min 00sec | 3hrs 40min 00sec | 3hrs 40min 00sec |
| 45-49 | 3hrs 20min 00sec | 3hrs 50min 00sec | 3hrs 50min 00sec |
| 50-54 | 3hrs 25min 00sec | 3hrs 55min 00sec | 3hrs 55min 00sec |
| 55-59 | 3hrs 35min 00sec | 4hrs 05min 00sec | 4hrs 05min 00sec |
| 60-64 | 3hrs 50min 00sec | 4hrs 20min 00sec | 4hrs 20min 00sec |
| 65-69 | 4hrs 05min 00sec | 4hrs 35min 00sec | 4hrs 35min 00sec |
| 70-74 | 4hrs 20min 00sec | 4hrs 50min 00sec | 4hrs 50min 00sec |
| 75-79 | 4hrs 35min 00sec | 5hrs 05min 00sec | 5hrs 05min 00sec |
| 80 and over | 4hrs 50min 00sec | 5hrs 20min 00sec | 5hrs 20min 00sec |
The qualification times shown here refer to the net time. This is the time a runner takes from crossing the start line to crossing the finish line.