Translation guide
A race covering a long distance, typically in running, cycling, swimming, or skiing. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 長距離走 for running, but the specific term depends on the sport and context.
He is good at long-distance races.
A more general term that can apply to any long-distance race, not just running. Often used in casual conversation.
I'm participating in a long-distance race next month.
Specifically a marathon (42.195 km). Often used loosely for any long-distance running event.
I want to run in the Tokyo Marathon.
A long-distance bicycle race, such as a road race or tour.
A long-distance swimming race, typically in open water or pool events over 800m.
A long-distance cross-country skiing race.
General term for long-distance skiing races.
Long-distance skiing is popular in Northern Europe.
Used metaphorically for any prolonged effort or competition.
Literally 'long stretch', used figuratively for a long haul or endurance contest, not necessarily a physical race.
This project is a long-distance race.
Directly translating 'long-distance race' as 長い距離のレース is unnatural. Use the specific compound nouns above.
Road race, commonly understood as a long-distance cycling event on paved roads.
He is a road race cyclist.
夏に遠泳大会がある。
There is a long-distance swimming event in summer.
Cross-country skiing, often involving long distances.
She is a cross-country skier.