30 years of Antarctica Marathon® – 2025 Voyage Two race report
An original version of this article appeared in Endurance Sportswire on 4 April 2025.
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Antarctica Marathon®, a milestone that brought together athletes from across the globe to take on one of the most extreme and remote racecourses on Earth. Since its inception in 1995 by Marathon Tours & Travel, the event has pushed runners to their limits amid Antarctica’s rugged terrain and harsh conditions—all while championing the work of Oceanites, a nonprofit focused on protecting the continent’s fragile ecosystem. Over the past three decades, the marathon has played a role in advancing vital environmental research and conservation efforts.
The event is uniquely staged across two separate voyages, allowing all participants the chance to run on King George Island while minimizing environmental impact in accordance with strict preservation protocols. Each year, the race also includes participants from nearby research stations.
2025 RESULTS – VOYAGE TWO
Men’s Marathon Winner: Terry Beacom / 4:10:40
Women’s Marathon Winner: Rosemary Spraker / 4:27:15
Men’s Half-Marathon Winner: Benavente José / 1:58:47
Women’s Half-Marathon Winner: Katherine Phalen / 2:14:50
Jeff Adams, President of Marathon Tours & Travel says: “Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Antarctica Marathon® was a truly meaningful milestone—not only in recognizing the remarkable physical achievements of our runners, but also their collective dedication to a greater purpose. This year’s event united athletes from across the globe in one of the most remote and demanding environments on Earth, where they displayed both extraordinary resilience and heartfelt support for Oceanites and its essential conservation work. We’re proud to uphold this tradition and sincerely grateful to the global running community that brings it to life year after year.”
Voyage Two Female Marathon Winner Rosemary Spraker said: “I was energized and empowered as I gave high fives to all the runners throughout the Antarctica Marathon course, especially all the 261 Fearless members! I appreciate the epic adventure created by Marathon Tours and Travel.”
KEY STATS & FACTS
- Location: King George Island, Antarctica
- Half Marathon Distance: 21.0975 kilometers (13.1 miles)
- Marathon Distance: 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)
- Temperature: 2°Celcius (35°Fahrenheit)
- Wind: 41 km/h
- Number of Participants: 150
- Countries Represented: 22
- Funds for Oceanites Raised To-Date: $110,050
The Antarctica Marathon® is more than just a race—it’s an opportunity to support critical conservation efforts in one of the planet’s most remote regions. Oceanites, the event’s official charity partner, is dedicated to protecting Antarctica’s fragile ecosystem, with a special focus on monitoring penguin populations and safeguarding the region’s biodiversity.
Full race results from both voyages can be found here.
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For more information about the Antarctica Marathon, visit www.marathontours.com/en-us/events/antarctica-marathon/
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