Elite Application

Welcome to the 2026 Austin International Half Elite Field Application!

The Austin International Half offers a $10,000 prize purse for the top five male and female elite finishers. Taking place on January 18, 2026, this USATF-sanctioned race features a -300 ft. elevation drop, promising a fast, competitive course.

To qualify, athletes must meet approved time standards within three years of race day. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until December 31, with notifications sent by the Austin International Half Elite Team.

If you're ready to compete for a prestigious prize in the heart of Texas, please complete the application below. For any questions, contact us at elites@runaih.com.

REQUIRED STANDARDS
Marathon	Half Marathon
Men - 2:24	Men - 1:07
Women - 2:50	Women - 1:17

Elite Applicant Information

The submitted name must exactly match all timing results data submitted to be considered.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Gender*

MaleFemale
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Age on January 18, 2026*
Address*
City*
State*
Country of Residence*
Nationality: Which country will you represent on race day?
Other, please specify.
What is your Half Marathon PR in the last 3 years? Include TIME, EVENT NAME, BIB NUMBER, DATE, and LOCATION*
What is Your most recent result at this distance? Include TIME, EVENT NAME, BIB NUMBER, DATE, and LOCATION*
Upload screenshots of the timing results listed above.

Full name on results screenshot must match full name on application to be considered. See example below.
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Have you hit US Olympic Trials standards for the marathon/half marathon in the three years prior to January 18, 2026?*

YesNoYes, but not in the past 3 years
Have you ever tested positive for a performance enhancing drug?*

YesNo
Have you ever served a suspension for the use of a performance enhancing drug?*

YesNo
Have you ever been affiliated with a team, coach, or athlete that has tested positive/been associated with/been suspended for banned, performance-enhancing drugs?*

YesNo
Waiver

By signing and submitting this form you are acknowledging that the information provided is true and accurate and if any information is not, you will not be considered for the Austin International Half Elite Field this year or any future years.
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Welcome to the 2026 Austin International Half Elite Field Application!

Elite Applicant Information

Upload screenshots of the timing results listed above.

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