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'Six Star Medal': Golden Ticket to the Peak of the World Marathon

Thursday, 16 October 2025 | 14:42

Author: Pudila

Six Star Medal
Six Star Medal: the medal every marathon runner in the world covets
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From Tokyo to New York, this is a journey across six continents, six breaths, one pride.

Some say life is a marathon, not a sprint. But for true runners, a marathon isn't just about the finish line. It's a journey across cities, across continents, even across personal limits. At the pinnacle of all these journeys lies one gleaming dream: the Six Star Medal.

Six Cities, One Legend

To earn the Six Star Medal, a runner must conquer the six most prestigious marathons in the world: Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City.

Six cities with contrasting characters—from the bustle of Shinjuku, the historic streets of Boston, to the noise of Times Square embracing finishers with cheers. Each city has its own story. 

Orderly and spirited Tokyo; flat and fast Berlin, where many world records are set; to soul-shaking New York with its bridges and wild crowds. Completing just one is extraordinary. Six? That's legendary status.

More Than Just Running

For the younger generation who love travel and sport, the Six Star Medal isn't just a trophy. It's a ticket to explore the world through your own steps. Imagine, every starting line is a passport, every finish line is an imaginary stamp on the soul. You're not just a tourist; you conquer the city with your own breath.

And make no mistake, the global community of Six Star finishers is solid. Many started "just for fun joining Tokyo," then unknowingly saved time, energy, and dreams for the next five cities. They're not just runners, but adventurers, with shoes as their wings.

 Unmatched Prestige

To this day, only a few thousand people in the world hold this medal. When worn, its form is simple: six silver stars circling around. But to those who understand, it's not metal—it's a life story.

Chasing the Six Star Medal means Chasing the World. One step on Tokyo's roads, one breath on the Brooklyn Bridge, one drop of sweat in Berlin's Tiergarten—all blend into a story that cannot be bought.

For you who love travel and sport, perhaps it's time to ask, "Which city do I want to conquer first?"