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Marathon organisers admit 'unfortunate error' after wrong stadium etched on to medals

Sky News·August 23, 2026 at 7:26 AM+1

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In a week, up to 40,000 runners will take part in Sydney's Marathon, but a mix-up means they will be handed medals decorated with a German stadium.

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