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<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>
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<h1><strong>THE WORLD ATHLETICS</strong></h1>
<h1><strong>ROAD RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIPS</strong></h1>
<h1><strong>COPENHAGEN 26</strong></h1>
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<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>
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<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>
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<p>You are qualified!</p>
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<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>
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<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=682c95061a459878e35dc4b9&amp;_gl=1*knoq45*_gcl_au*MTc1OTI5NzE2Ny4xNzU4MDk3Nzgx"><strong>SIGN UP FOR ONE MILE</strong></a><br /><br /></p>
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<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=682c95061a459878e35dc4b9"><strong>SIGN UP FOR 5 KILOMETER</strong></a><br /><br /></p>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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World Athletics Road Running Championships København 2026

RANK	COUNTRY				4^th	5^th	6^th	7^th	8^th	TOTAL
1	SOUTH AFRICA	1	1	1	0	0	1	0	0	24
2	ITALY	0	2	0	1	1	0	0	0	23
3	AUSTRALIA	0	1	1	0	1	0	2	0	21
4	UGANDA	0	0	2	1	0	0	1	0	19
5	ETHIOPIA	0	0	0	2	1	1	0	1	18
6	ERITREA	1	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	15
6	POLAND	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	15
8	ECUADOR	1	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	13
8	UNITED STATES	0	0	0	0	1	2	0	3	13
10	IRELAND	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	12
10	KENYA	0	0	1	1	0	0	0	1	12
12	GERMANY	0	1	0	0	1	0	0	0	11
13	ISRAEL	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	9
14	BULGARIA	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	8
14	ESTONIA	0	0	0	1	0	1	0	0	8
14	FINLAND	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	8
14	URUGUAY	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	8
18	MOROCCO	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	7
18	SLOVENIA	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	7
20	KIRGHIZISTAN	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	6
20	MALTA	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	6
22	CANADA	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	1	5
22	MEXICO	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	5
24	BURUNDI	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	3
24	BRAZIL	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	3
26	SPAIN	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
26	FRANCE	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
26	MACAO, CHINA	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
26	SINGAPORE	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
30	DENMARK	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1