GC Marathon

The number of entries has reached the 5000-mark which is more than 35 per cent more than last year.

Gold Coast Airport Marathon General Manager Cameron Hart said at the current rate of entry, this year’s participation will not only exceed last year’s record of 13,814 but also the 2007 target of 14,500.

"We also encourage people to enter before next Wednesday June 6 to take advantage of the cheaper entry fees. A late fee applies from Thursday and late entries will be accepted right through until Saturday June 30.”

High profile marathon runners attending this year’s Gold Coast Airport Marathon in various capacities are Rob de Castella, Steve Moneghetti, Pat Carroll, Lee Troop and Kerryn McCann.