Organisers of Sydney’s Marathon say they made an “unfortunate error” after a mix-up led to medals being decorated with a German stadium instead of the correct design. The issue affects the medals being handed to runners in the event, with up to 40,000 participants expected to take part.
WHO:Marathon organisers
WHAT:Admitted an “unfortunate error” after wrong stadium was etched on medals
WHEN:Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 3:26 AM ET
WHERE:Sydney, Australia
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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