What is the City2Surf?
The City2Surf is a fun run held in Sydney each August, running about 14 kilometres from Hyde Park in the city to Bondi Beach. It is one of the largest fun runs in the world, attracting tens of thousands of participants.
The event was first held in 1971 and has grown into a huge community event. Participants include elite runners, joggers, walkers and people in costumes.
The route includes a long climb known as Heartbreak Hill in Rose Bay, which tests runners before the finish at Bondi.
Charity and community
Many participants raise money for charities. The event has raised millions of dollars for good causes.
The City2Surf has had more than 80,000 entrants in some years. Elite runners compete for the fastest time.
Runners finish near the beach and many celebrate with a swim or a picnic. The race is organized by the Sydney Morning Herald and is a popular part of Sydney's sporting calendar.
Some participants complete the course in fancy dress, and families often walk it together, taking several hours to reach the finish line. Runners travel from across Australia and overseas to take part.