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Hua Sports Marathon

Point of Rocks, MD
Sunday, October 4, 2026


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Course Description
The Marathon course is along the scenic C&O Canal Towpath, starting and finishing in Point of Rocks, MD. This out-and-back course follows the Potomac River on a wide, semi-paved gravel path—flat, shaded by trees.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, October 4, 2026
2025: Sunday, October 5, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Trail

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 62°F (16°C)
Average High: 73°F (22°C)
Average Low: 51° F (10°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.66
Course Score: 99.79


Race Size

2025: 34 Finishers
2024: No Results
2023: No Results
2022: No Results
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 0%
2024: N/A
2023: N/A
2022: N/A
2021: N/A
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 1 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 80°F  (27°C)
Low: 49°F  (9°C)

Race Start Conditions

51°F  (11°C)
Humidity: 100%

Clear
N 0 mph

PR Score

97.9

Course Score

99.79









Hua Sports Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Hua Sports Marathon was the 507th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers.

In 2025, no Hua Sports Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Hua Sports Marathon ranked 465th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025. In Maryland, it ranked 9th in 2025. This provides a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Hua Sports Marathon has a Course Score of 99.79, ranking it as the 50th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 1st fastest marathon course in Maryland.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Hua Sports Marathon a PR Score of 98.66. The PR Score ranks the Hua Sports Marathon as the 216th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 6th best marathon for a PR in Maryland.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Hua Sports Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Maryland for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Hua Sports Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed50th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 1st fastest marathon course in Maryland
Top 11% Nationally#1 of 7 in Maryland
PR Potential216th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 6th best marathon for a PR in Maryland
Top 47% Nationally#6 of 7 in Maryland
Boston Qualifier Rate465th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 9th highest BQ percentage in Maryland
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 98% Nationally#9 of 10 in Maryland
Race Size507th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 11th largest marathon in Maryland
Based on 2025 results
Top 86% Nationally#11 of 11 in Maryland

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.




Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 228 feet (69m)
Min Elevation: 203 feet (61m)

Elevation Gain: 102 feet (31m)
Elevation Loss: 102 feet (31m)


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Course updated 05/13/2026





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