Harry Styles announced 25 shows for his 2027 tour, conflicting with the Boston Marathon on April 19. He played Arlington on April 10 and Pasadena on April 23. Boston Marathon requires a time under 2:55:00 for men aged 18-34.

Styles ran 2:59:13 in Berlin, but this time is not valid for 2027. The Berlin race is on September 27, past the registration deadline. London Marathon in 2027 is split over two days, unavailable for Styles. Read more culture coverage.

Qualifying for Boston requires a certified course time between September 13, 2025, and the registration deadline. Steep downhill courses add time to submissions. A charity bib is the only option left for Styles. Related: UTMB Adjusts Start Time and Course Due to Weather Concerns.

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