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Harry Styles Shocks Fans by Completing Berlin Marathon in Under 3 Hours!

2025-09-22

Author: Siti

In an incredible display of athleticism, English singer and songwriter Harry Styles conquered the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, September 21, clocking in at an astonishing 2 hours, 59 minutes, and 13 seconds!

The news was confirmed by race organizers to the news agency dpa, with local publication Der Tagesspiegel breaking the story of his surprise entry. Styles, 31, who rose to fame as a member of the iconic boy band One Direction, was among a staggering 55,000 runners tackling what’s known as the fastest marathon course in the world.

Adopting the pseudonym 'Sted Sarandos' for the race, Styles cleverly disguised himself with a headband and sunglasses, blending in with the crowd while aiming for the highly sought-after sub-3-hour marathon milestone.

Reports indicate that Styles had been spotted training in Berlin ahead of the marathon, teasing fans about his unexpected athletic endeavors.

After crossing the finish line, Styles captured a memorable moment with Richard Whitehead, a two-time gold medalist in the Paralympic Games, who is on a mission to run 20 marathons this year. Whitehead shared their post-race photo on Instagram, sending waves through both the running and music communities.

In addition to his athletic exploits, Styles has enjoyed immense success in the music world. His debut album soared to the top of charts across the globe, while his second album, Fine Line, featured the Grammy-winning hit "Watermelon Sugar." With this marathon feat, Styles proves he’s not just a musical powerhouse but also a formidable marathon runner!