Sunita Williams, NASA astronaut and former US Navy captain, will run the 2026 Boston Marathon, returning to a race she first attempted as a teenager and later completed in space. The 26.2-mile event on April 20 will feature over 30,000 runners under near-ideal conditions. She is set to be honoured with the Patriots’ Award, presented by the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.).
The 130th Boston Marathon will take place on April 20, continuing its legacy as the world’s oldest annual marathon. Over 30,000 runners from more than 130 countries are expected to race the 26.2-mile route from Hopkinton to Boston. With stable, cool weather forecast and strong winds possible, the event also carries major economic and charitable impact across the city.
The 2026 World Cup in the United States is reshaping how matchday will be experienced, with traditional tailgating set to be restricted at several venues and fans directed into controlled zones. Combined with rising transport costs and suburban stadium layouts, the pre-match atmosphere faces major disruption, raising questions over how supporter culture will adapt to a tightly managed tournament structure.
