Alliance Bank Borneo International Marathon

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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
11 May, 2025 (Sun)
Event size: 5000 - 9999 participants

Running

10 km, 21.097 km, 42.195 km

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About the event

The Borneo Marathon is a premier running event in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, bringing together athletes from around the world to race through one of Malaysia’s most scenic courses. Originally inspired by the Daily Express Sabah Marathon of 1984, the event was revived in 2008 by Championship Sport Events Sdn. Bhd., led by Race Director Andrew Voon. Starting with just 529 participants, the marathon has since grown into a major annual event, attracting thousands of runners. The course showcases a mix of coastal roads, cityscapes, and mountain views, offering a dynamic and visually stunning challenge. With enthusiastic local support, a lively race atmosphere, and a deep connection to Sabah’s sporting history, the Borneo Marathon stands as a testament to endurance and community spirit.

Highlights

Race through a breathtaking course that blends oceanfront views, urban energy, and mountain scenery in one unforgettable run. With its rich history and growing prestige, the Borneo Marathon offers both a competitive challenge and a chance to explore the natural beauty of Sabah.

Races offered by this event



The map shown is based on data from the past edition of this event. The actual route for the upcoming edition may be different.

Course details

Course highlights

42KM - Full Marathon At the start, keep calm and head out passing two roundabouts. Turn left at Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen. This is a coastal road trip that brings you towards the Bunga Raya roundabout. Make a right then left at Jesselton Point and head towards Suria Sabah. Run pass that and continue to head to Wawasan Plaza traffic lights. Turn left at Jalan Kemajuan and head up the flyover to Jalan Tuaran. Run pass Sunny Garden towards Likas, and continue on for 5 kilometers until you reach KK's new flyover.Turn right before the flyover and run along Jalan Tuaran Bypass towards Jalan Sepanggar traffic light. Continue on passing the BCCM Sepangar Church. Run ahead and enter Jalan PLKN Kem Tanaki on your left, then make another left near Jalan Sulaman Sentral. Now turn right and enter Jalan UMS. Run along Jalan UMS and turn right to enter University Malaysia Sabah (UMS). At UMS, run towards the big roundabout, turn right, go up the hill (yes, you read correctly), and another right turn at the junction towards the UMS mosque. Run downhill briefly. Head straight then turn left at a major junction and run pass the UMS stadium (on left). Go up a hill then down, make a left at the big roundabout and exit UMS. Turn right and run towards the scenic coastal road at Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen. You're now on your way to the finish line back at the Likas Stadium. You deserve a pat on your back and more. Take a selfie and post it! Congratulations! 21KM - Half Marathon From the start point, head out passing two roundabouts and turn right along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen. Run pass Jalan Yayasan Sabah and enter UMS. At UMS, run towards the big roundabout, turn right, go up the hill, and another right turn at the junction towards the UMS mosque. Run downhill briefly. Head straight then turn left at a major junction and run pass the UMS stadium (on left). Go up a hill then payback down, make a left at the big roundabout and exit UMS. Turn right and run towards the scenic coastal road at Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen. You're now on your way to the finish line back at the Likas Stadium. Congratulations! How about upgrading next year? :) 10KM Run From the start point, head out passing two roundabouts then turn left along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen. Run along this coastal road and make a Uturn at Sabah Port (before the Bunga Raya roundabout). Run back towards Likas passing the roundabout earlier. Enjoy the view as you continue to run towards the City Mosque or also known as floating mosque. Make another U-turn here and head back to the stadium finish line. You're a #runner. Well done!

Start address

Likas Sport Complex Jalan Kompleks Sukan Kota Kinabalu Sabah Malaysia

Finish address

Likas Sport Complex Jalan Kompleks Sukan Kota Kinabalu Sabah Malaysia

What’s included in entry

These are included in your entry
Finisher medal
Event T-shirts
Drink Stations
Timing chip (single use)
Toilets
Goodie bag
Cash prizes
E-certificate/e-diploma
Finisher’s T-shirts

Frequently Asked Questions

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Henry WooChen Leong
May 2023
21.098 km

This is a yearly largest marathon in Sabah, Malaysia. Is worth to try, I love to hang out with friend from vacation marathon in here. It is beautiful place that surrounded by coastal and beaches. Their route is updated every year and guided by police road block and radio team. They also do a running festival in 3 days before the race in race pack collection. Well organized event. Recommended

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Liow Sat Ling
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My first full marathon after injury. It’s been waiting a year. First time run full marathon in my home country.

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Gillian Johnston

Beautiful course. Well organized race. Ended up placing in top 10 but had to wait around for 1hr+ for cash prize. There was very limited transportation from the race site and I nearly missed my flight. This should be explained before the race. There is bus transportation but it is not convenient for those who cannot wait around hours after the race for the buses to leave.

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Freddie Low
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Runs that start very early are difficult for me because I usually don't sleep early/well. It got somewhat hot towards the end of the run.

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Khazrul Elzey Wakimin
42.195 km

It was a very good and well organized marathon. They block all the road that involve in the marathon route to ensure the safety of every runner. They block the route just up until 9.30 am so that it wont cause jam in Kota Kinabalu after that. It was fun running.

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