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Memorial Day is BolderBoulder 10K Day

Photo Credit: John Elliott
On Monday, Memorial Day, 50,000 runnners will take to the streets of Boulder Colorado for the annual BOLDERBoulder, a race that is called by Runner's World Magazine the Best 10K in America. Spread across 100 waves - to give runners plenty of space to run - the event culminates with the international pro waves followed by the world's largest Memorial Day celebration.
In team USA Red will be America's top male marathoners - the top three from the USA Olympic Trials and America's Olympic marathon team for the Paris Olympics: defending champion Conner Mantz, Clayton Young and Leonard Korir. What makes the BolderBoulder America's best 10K and why do the elite athletes flock to it?
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Kenya's 2024 Olympic Marathon Teams Selected

Kenya's Olympic marathon team for Paris 2024 are finally selected. Former Olympic champions, Eliud Kipchoge and Peres Jepchirchir will lead their teams, both with a chance to make history. Find out who made Kenya's Marathon teams and who didn't, and discover what makes Kichoge's and Jepchirchir's monumental quest for back-to-back gold so special.
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Kenyan Olympic Marathon Team Announced - The Best Team Ever

Athletics Kenya has named the six athletes who will represent Kenya in the Marathon at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Kenya first issued preliminary lists in December 2023 (ten men and ten women) and early April 2024 (five men and six women), but following performances at the Boston and London Marathons, the final team has been set, and it is arguably the best marathon team ever sent by any country to any Olympics. Leading the women will be Peres Jepchirchir, the defending Olympic gold medalist and two-time defending world half marathon champion. Jepchirchir's victory at the 2021 Olympics and past wins at the New York and Boston Marathons put her on the short-lists, but her win at the 2024 London Marathon in world-record fashion (women-only race world record of 2:16:16) sealed her spot on the team. Hellen Obiri, clearly earned her spot on the Olympic squad through her back-to-back wins a the 2023 and 2024 Boston Marathon book-ending her win at the 2023 New York City Marathon. Although Obiri's personal best of 2:25:49 is the slowest on the squad, her ability to win at women-only races without pacemakers - New York and Boston - should put her in the mix in Paris. The final women's spot on the Kenyan squad was, in our opinion, more difficult. Sharon Lokedi was in the race throughout and finished a close runner-up to Obiri at the 2024 Boston Marathon and seemed a good teammate to compete and also help Obiri at the Olympics. Brigid Kosgei, however, was the defending Olympic silver medalist and had better times, albeit on flat/fast courses, including her since-beaten world record of 2:14:04 at the 2019 Chicago Marathon. In the end, Athletics Kenya selected Kosgei to be on the team and Lokedi to be the alternate.

To the delight of most fans of the sport, the Kenyan men's team will be led by two-time defending Olympic Gold Medalist, Eliud Kipchoge. The 2024 Paris Olympics will represent Kipchoge's fifth trip to the Olympics with podium finishes at the 5000m distance at the 2004 and 2008 Olympics and the aforementioned gold medals at the 2016 and 2021 Olympics not to mention his numerous other achievements including world record runs, a marathon faster than 2 hours (unofficial) and more - he has earned his spot. Benson Kipruto, with his 2:02:16 win at the 2024 Tokyo Marathon (well ahead of Kipchoge at that race), takes the second spot on the team. Alexander Munyao Mutiso, not on the original December 2023 shortlist but added to the April 2024 shortlist, earned the third spot on the Olympic squad with his impressive win at the 2024 London Marathon. Mutiso, with a personal best of only (note sarcasm) 2:03:11 will be the slowest member of the team - simply amazing... Timothy Kiplagat, the runner-up at the 2024 Tokyo Marathon in 2:02:55 was announced as the alternate for the team.

World Record and Fast Times at London Marathon

The London Marathon never fails to deliver. Arguably one of the fastest marathon courses in the world, and inarguably the richest marathon in the world and able to attract the best athletes, the 2024 Marathon served as an opportunity to try to beat the seven year old Women's-Only marathon record and as a lead up and selection event for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
As expected, the women bested the 2:17:01 prior women's-only world record. What was not expected was that four women would run faster than the previous best and that world-record holder (mixed race) Tigst Assefa would not be the victor. Rather, Peres Jepchirchir, the defending Olympic Marathon champion and a previous New York City and Boston Marathon champion would finish ahead of all others in 2:16:16 to add another World Marathon Majors title to her achievementes as well as bettering her previous best and adding another the marathon record to her previous half marathon records (since bettered). Tigst Assefa could not keep up with Jepchirchir's sprint and took runner-up spot in 2:16:23. Joyciline Kosgei would take third spot in 2:16:24 and Megertu Alemu would settle for fourth in 2:16:34, but still knowing she had bettered the previous world record.
In the men's race, Alexander Mutiso Munyao surprised many by holding off favorite Kenenisa Bekele. Munyao would win in 2:04:01 and Bekele would follow in 2:04:15. Emile Cairess finished a distant third in 2:06:46, but became the first Briton to finish on the podium since Mo Farah in 2018.
The Men's Race (MarathonGuide.com Article)
The Women's Race (MarathonGuide.com Article)
The Men's Race (London Marathon Press Release)
The Women's Race (London Marathon Press Release)
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Boston Marathon - Amazing Again!

The Boston Marathon saw two amazing - and opposite races. In the men's race, one of the fastest marathoners in the world ran away at world record pace from the 5th mile. We thought he would crash and burn, but he held on to win: Sisay Lemma, 2024 champion in 2:06:17. Mohamed Esa past others to finish runner-up in 2:06:58 and two-time champion, Evans Chebet, took third in 2:07:22.
In the women's race, twenty women remained together for most of the race until three Kenyans pushed the pace in the final three miles to run away. Ultimately, defending Boston and New York champion, Hellen Obiri, demonstrated that she is one of the best marathoners and best closers with her win in 2:22:37. Sharon Lokedi, the 2022 NYC Marathon champion finished second in 2:22:45. And two-time Boston champion, Edna Kiplagat, at age 44!, took the third podium spot in 2:23:21.
The Men's Race
The Women's Race
Still of interest: As It Happens - Real-Time commentary and coverage of the 128th Boston Marathon
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Paris Marathon Dominated by Ethiopian Runners

Credit: Paris Marathon
Ethiopian athletes Mestawut Fikir and Mulugeta Uma have etched their names in marathon history as they clinched victories in the prestigious Paris Marathon. This was an historic double victory for Ethiopia and hints at the nation's potential dominance in the upcoming Summer Olympics just a few months away.
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Read the Press Release Here

Tragedy - Kelvin Kiptum dead in car crash

World record holder Kelvin Kiptum passed away in a tragic car crash on February 11, 2024 in Kenya, he was 24. Kiptum had run only three marathons - but the three were incredible - all under 2:02. Kiptum debuted at the distance with a win and course record at the 2022 Valencia Marathon in 2:01:53. He followed that up in the Spring of 2023 with a win and course record at the 2023 London Marathon in 2:01:25. His final marathon was his win in world record time at the 2023 Chicago Marathon in 2:00:35. Watching Kiptum at the Chicago Marathon, we noted that he was humble and possibly didn't even know how good he was as he indicated he never thought he could break the world record.... Some suspected that Kiptum would be the first man to break the 2 hour barrier in the marathon, but now that talent has been extinguished. Apparently Kiptum was driving his car when he lost control near his home in Kenya. Kiptum's death reminds us of the death of Sammy Wanjiru in 2011 also at the age of 24 - before Kiptum, Wanjiru was also the record-setter at the London Marathon (2:05:10 in 2009) and at the Chicago Marathon (2:05:41 in 2009) and was also the Olympic Marathon champion in 2008 - all in an age before the super shoes. All of these are tragedies and we will never see what greatness these champions could have achieved.

2024 USA Olympic Team Trials Marathon!

MarathonGuide.com is on-site at the USA Olympic Trials Marathon in Orlando. Every four years, this race is the highlight of our year. All the best American marathoners in one place, putting it all on the line in a race that counts double: showing who is the best on the day (and lots of prize money) and allowing the top finishers another dream: that they will go to the Olympics.

The marathon is over!!! WOW is all we can say. Well, we'll say a lot more when we finish writing our post-race articles. For now, we'll summarize some of what made the marathon amazing...

The women's race - Fiona O'Keefe becomes the youngest-ever Olympic Trials Marathon winner, while setting a Trials Marathon record (2:22:10) AND it was her debut marathon - incredibble. Emily Sisson, the American record-holder ran a smart race and took the runner-up spot to lock in her second visit to the Olympics (she went for the 10,000m at the 2021 Olympics). Dakotah Lundwurm took the third spot in 2:25:31 - impressive.

The men's race showed the power of teamwork as two training partners and friends worked together to take one-two. Conner Mantz winning the Trials in 2:09:05 and his friend/mentor Clayton Young taking the second spot in 2:09:06. Was that one second differential a sprint finish you may ask? No... Young let Mantz take the victory because he thought he deserved it - wow. Then... Leonard Korir - fourth and missing the Olympic team by one spot in 2020 - took the third podium spot! Ooops, but with third place Korir will miss the Olympic team by one spot again...

Anyway, we'll get our articles up soon - please come back to read them and learn why this was such an amazing Trials.

In the meantime:
2024 USA Olympic Team Trials Marathon - Preview
Archived:Race As it Happens/Commentary
Full Searchable Results - Men
Full Searchable Results - Women

USA/Canada Results

USA and Canada Results

Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon - Jun 9 - North Bend, WA
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Hatfield-McCoy Marathon - Jun 8 - South Williamson, KY
Hector Falcon, 34 of Charleston WV, was the winner of the 2024 Hatfield-McCoy Marathon in 2:33:37. Trevor Uyemura, 40 of Vienna VA, was second in 2:53:50. Cole Volman, 32 of Morgantown WV, was third in 3:09:54.
In the women's race, Alison Huppert, 46 of Waukesha WI, was first in 3:40:15. Sarah Saft, 43 of Indianapolis IN, was second in 3:59:55. Alice Boshoven, 37 of Neenah WI, was third in 4:08:18.
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Lake Placid Marathon - Jun 9 - Lake Placid, NY
Adam Quinn, 35 of Stowe VT, was the winner of the 2024 Lake Placid Marathon in 2:37:43. Jac Guerra, 24 of Guilford CT, was second in 2:40:50. John Cho, 18 of Summit NJ, was third in 2:41:19.
In the women's race, Brynn Orban-Salley, 24 of Burlington VT, was first in 3:19:42. Hillary Schmitt, 44 of Skillman NJ, was second in 3:21:38. Celia Seigers, 34 of Oneonta NY, was third in 3:28:34.
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The Montana Governor's Cup Marathon - Jun 8 - Helena, MT
Layne Ryerson, 27 of Manhattan MT, was the winner of the 2024 The Montana Governor's Cup Marathon in 2:29:03. Clayton Ryerson, 22 of Helena MT, was second in 2:38:19. Jordan Stich, 36 of Covington KY, was third in 2:51:09.
In the women's race, Mariah Bredal, 26 of Bozeman MT, was first in 2:48:21. Melissa Luebeck, 43 of Bozeman MT, was second in 3:15:21. Alison Fitzsimmons, 41 of Canyon Creek MT, was third in 3:17:23.
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Timberline Marathon - Jun 8 - Government Camp, OR
Samuel Morris, 23, was the winner of the 2024 Timberline Marathon in 3:33:07. Jonathan Sweeney, 43, was second in 3:35:23. Ryan Brennan, 39, was third in 3:41:22.
In the women's race, Alison Duvall, 45, was first in 4:15:35. Victoria Davidson, 28, was second in 4:19:33. Colleen Tucker, 56, was third in 4:21:55.
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1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut Marathon - Jun 8 - Philadelphia, PA
Kellen Matthews-Thompson, 32 of Philadelphia PA, was the winner of the 2024 1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut Marathon in 2:57:56. Connor Mcguire, 30 of Upper Chichester PA, was second in 3:01:33. Christian Gingrich, 21 of Elizabethtown PA, was third in 3:08:19.
In the women's race, Theresa Gagliardi, 41 of Glenolden PA, was first in 3:34:17. Jennifer Brigham, 40 of Coopersburg PA, was second in 3:46:16. Madison Varley, 30 of Conshohocken PA, was third in 3:49:26.
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Bear Lake Marathon - Jun 8 - Garden City, UT
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Bear Lake Idaho Marathon - Jun 6 - Fish Haven, ID
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Independence Series - NJ - Jun 8 - Clinton, NJ
Patrick Newman, 47 of Aledo TX, was the winner of the 2024 Independence Series - NJ in 4:03:04. Patrick Deignan, 42 of Duluth MN, was second in 4:26:55. Larry Burton, 64 of Martinton IL, was third in 4:36:58.
In the women's race, Jessica King, 34 of Sparta NJ, was first in 4:21:48. Abigail Gamarello, 17 of Allendale NJ, was second in 4:57:43. Anamelia Dami, 64 of Uberlandia Minas Gerais, was third in 5:22:31.
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New England Series - CT - Jun 10 - Simsbury, CT
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Independence Series - MD - Jun 6 - Elkton, MD
Patrick Deignan, 42 of Duluth MN, was the winner of the 2024 Independence Series - MD in 4:36:12. Ryan Stansfield, 49 of San Diego CA, was second in 4:45:16. Joseph Robertson, 20 of Arnold MD, was third in 4:57:12.
In the women's race, Emma Cease, 22 of Rising Sun MD, was first in 3:55:58. Jennifer Arrowsmith, 49 of San Diego CA, was second in 4:45:16. Caitlin Massone, 39 of Medford NJ, was third in 5:32:16.
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New England Series - RI - Jun 11 - Coventry, RI
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Independence Series - DE - Jun 5 - Bear, DE
Nic Civarelli, 36 of New Castle DE, was the winner of the 2024 Independence Series - DE in 4:04:14. Patrick Deignan, 42 of Duluth MN, was second in 4:28:04. Larry Burton, 64 of Martinton IL, was third in 4:49:06.
In the women's race, Sophia Cipolla, 20 of Glenwood MD, was first in 3:54:59. Emmerson Sentman, 19 of Port Deposit MD, was second in 4:38:52. Caitlin Massone, 39 of Medford NJ, was third in 4:56:51.
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Boogie Marathon - Jun 8 - Ellerbe, NC
Jake Grondy, 34 of Gibsonville NC, was the winner of the 2024 Boogie Marathon in 3:47:36. Mark Rostan, 54 of Valdese NC, was second in 3:49:06. Victor Welch, 55 of Bladenboro NC, was third in 4:30:26.
In the women's race, Katie Leger, 43 of Raleigh NC, was first in 4:09:49. Lisa Mcfadden, 50 of Lillington NC, was second in 5:14:23. Moriah Chittaro, 36 of Dacula GA, was third in 5:21:10.
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New England Series - MA - Jun 12 - Northfield, MA
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Bear Lake Wyoming Marathon - Jun 7 - Cokeville, WY
Results and Writeup as we get them in.

Independence Series - PA - Jun 7 - Birdsboro, PA
Joshua Werstler, 34 of Reading PA, was the winner of the 2024 Independence Series - PA in 4:16:56. Patrick Newman, 47 of Aledo TX, was second in 4:30:18. Tim Mahler, 63 of Springfield IL, was third in 4:37:03.
In the women's race, Caitlin Massone, 39 of Medford NJ, was first in 5:16:38. Anamelia Dami, 64 of Uberlandia Minas Gerais, was second in 5:21:31. Allison Sutphin, 51 of Desota IL, was third in 5:50:58.
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Independence Series - NY - Jun 9 - New Paltz, NY
Scott Swanberg, 43 of New York NY, was the winner of the 2024 Independence Series - NY in 4:08:47. Mike Veeder, of NY, was second in 4:23:11. Tim Mahler, 63 of Springfield IL, was third in 4:38:34.
In the women's race, Sarah Rosenberger, 24 of Saratoga Springs NY, was first in 4:06:48. Allison Sutphin, 51 of Desota IL, was second in 5:43:21. Tracy Eaves, 54 of Niles MI, was third in 6:13:53.
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Cinderella Trail Run (Spring) - Jun 8 - Oakland, CA
Owen Ukleya, 26 of San Francisco CA, was the winner of the 2024 Cinderella Trail Run (Spring) in 5:07:38. Vincent Ma, 54 of San Jose CA, was second in 6:03:18. Harrison Leenhouts, 19 of Lafayette CA, was third in 6:23:36.
In the women's race, Emma Sinkoff, 26 of San Francisco CA, was first in 5:20:22. Katherine Theus, 37 of Glen Ellen CA, was second in 5:52:36. Letty Brown, 49 of San Francisco CA, was third in 5:58:33.
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Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon - Jun 8 - Covington, VA
Alex Dolwick, 27 of Durham NC, was the winner of the 2024 Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon in 2:53:01. Quinton Simones, 29 of Greensboro NC, was second in 2:58:11. Carlos Rincon, 25 of Four Oaks NC, was third in 2:58:35.
In the women's race, Danielle Andolina, 42 of Raleigh NC, was first in 3:23:01. Emily Sandall, 32 of Washington DC, was second in 3:26:57. Maria Dale, 26 of Southern Pines NC, was third in 3:43:03.
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International Results

Portumna Forest Park Marathon - Jun 8 - Portumna, Ireland
Darren Flanagan was the winner of the 2024 Portumna Forest Park Marathon in 2:55:07. Aidan Hogan was second in 3:04:29. John Gordon was third in 3:04:44.
In the women's race, Deirdre Martin was first in 3:08:38. Aoibhe McCarthy was second in 3:25:41. Emily Glen was third in 3:41:11.
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Ålesund Maraton - Jun 8 - Alesund, Norway
Axel Stralin, of Sweden, was the winner of the 2024 Ålesund Maraton in 2:35:28. Hilmar Krakenes of Norway was second in 2:48:44. Ingvar Gronseth of Norway was third in 2:49:17.
In the women's race, Anne Jorunn Vatne of Norway was first in 3:24:11. Eva Lindseth of Norway was second in 3:28:16. Or Mui Yip, of Hong Kong, was third in 3:46:50.

Drebber Marathon - Jun 8 - Drebber, Germany
Toni Hecker was the winner of the 2024 Drebber Marathon in 3:04:26. Jan Martin was second in 3:32:58. Jobst Von Palombini was third in 3:44:45.
In the women's race, Patricia Van Der Pas was first in 3:57:36. Andrea Glaß was second in 4:40:44. Maria Rolfes was third in 5:04:04.

Eifelmarathon - Jun 9 - Bitburg, Germany
Markus Mey of Germany was the winner of the 2024 Eifelmarathon in 3:13:02. Kurt Diederich of Germany was second in 3:18:30. Jan Schneider of Germany was third in 3:28:24.
In the women's race, Britta Kribs of Germany was first in 3:54:14. Petra Kath of Germany was second in 3:59:23. Simone Melnik of Germany was third in 4:16:54.

International Peace Marathon in Rwanda - Jun 9 - Kigali, Rwanda
Laban Kpngetich Korir, of Kenya, was the winner of the 2024 International Peace Marathon in Rwanda in 2:16:06. Cornelus Kibet Kiplagat, of Kenya, was second in 2:16:18. Moses Mengich, of Kenya, was third in 2:18:38.
In the women's race, Joan Kipyatich, of Kenya, was first in 2:33:27. Meseret Abebayehu, of Ethiopia, was second in 2:36:08. Florence Chepsoi Jepkosgei, of Kenya, was third in 2:39:34.

LGT Liechtenstein Alpine Marathon - Jun 8 - Bendern, Liechtenstein
Vitaliy Shafar, of Ukraine, was the winner of the 2024 Liechtenstein Alpine Marathon in 3:03:20. Arnold Aemisegger of Liechtenstein was second in 3:15:53. Dan Heron, of United Kingdom, was third in 3:25:47.
In the women's race, Sintayehu Kibebo, of Ethiopia, was first in 3:50:38. Carla Weber, of Switzerland, was second in 3:57:48. Lea Tauern, of Switzerland, was third in 4:10:28.

Marathon Tours & Travel Madagascar Marathon - Jun 8 - Bedabo, Madagascar
Writeup as we get them in.

Phuket International Marathon - Jun 9 - Phuket, Thailand
Arlan Jr Arbois, of Philippines, was the winner of the 2024 Phuket International Marathon in 2:34:49. Florendo Lapiz, of Philippines, was second in 2:42:16. Kazuma Minamibata, of Japan, was third in 2:49:29.
In the women's race, Maricar Camacho, of Philippines, was first in 3:16:51. Jennylyn Nobleza was second in 3:32:28. Nozomi Kawakatsu was third in 3:35:50.

Erik's Adventures The Inca Trail Marathon - Jun 6 - Cusco, Peru
Ben Lewis, 39 of USA, was the winner of the 2024 The Inca Trail Marathon in 6:25:11. Stewart Allman, 50 of United Kingdom, was second in 8:13:31. Oscar Chan, 26 of Canada, was third in 8:37:43.
In the women's race, Michelle Beckman, 50 of USA, was first in 8:22:20. Wenjuan Gu, 56 of China, was second in 12:15:44. Yuhong Tao, of China, was third in 12:26:28.

Tórshavn Marathon - Jun 9 - Torshavn, Faroe Islands
Bogi Hjalt of Faroe Islands was the winner of the 2024 Tórshavn Marathon in 2:51:58. Torbjorn Hentze of Faroe Islands was second in 2:55:05. Rogvi Karason of Faroe Islands was third in 2:56:50.
In the women's race, Lydia I Lambanum of Faroe Islands was first in 3:35:03. Kaili Ratsep, of Estonia, was second in 3:41:58. Hanna Elisabeth of Faroe Islands was third in 3:52:48.

Dubai Marathon - Two Debutantes show how it's done!

2024 Dubai Marathon
As we mentioned in our pre-race writeup, the Dubai Marathon is known for discovering new talent and showcasing them on the world stage, and the 2024 event upheld this tradition. In the women's race, Tigist Ketema ran a 2:16:07 to win the race, set a new course record AND run the fastest debut marathon in history. With this time, Ketema became the eighth fastest woman to run the marathon in history...in her debut marathon. Behind, Ruti Aga ran a time of 2:18:07 for the runner-up spot, and defending champion Dera Dida secured third place with a time of 2:19:29.
In the men's race, another debut marathoner, 19-year-old Addisu Gobena, won the race with a time of 2:05:01, while the third place went to another debutant, Dejene Megersa, who finished in 2:05:42. The runner-up was Lemi Dumecha with a time of 2:05:20.
Two Germans used the Dubai Marathon to qualify for the 2024 Olympics: Samuel Fitwi smashed his personal best to run 2:06:27 and Melat Kejeta ran 2:21:47.
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New York City Marathon Coverage

The New York City Marathon provided great drama as the men's race saw a chase for the record and the women's race saw six women together in the final miles and a sprint finish. From nearly the start of the race, the men were on pace for a course record and ultimately the twelve year old record did fall with Tamirat Tola running 2:04:58, just 8 seconds ahead of Geoffrey Mutai's 2:05:06 in 2011, but enough for the record. The men's pace broke some of the runenrs, leaving Albert Korir to finish second in 2:06:57 and Shura Kitata to finish third in 2:07:11. The women's race saw a conservative early pace lead to a five-way contest into the finish with Hellen Obiri claiming the victory in 2;27:34. Letesenbet Gidey took the second place honors in 2:27:29 and defending champion Sharon Lokedi finished third in 2:27:33.

And Post-Race Articles:
The Men's Race (in process)
The Women's Race
Also of interest: Real-Time Notes/As It Happened
Pre-Race Links (still interesting):
- NYC Marathon Coverage Homepage (all links)
- Men's Field Preview & Starter List
- Women's Field Preview & Starter List
- Pace Chart/Spectator Locations

World Record at Chicago Marathon!

Chicago got its payback against the Berlin Marathon. Just two weeks after Chicago lost the Women's world record to the Berlin Marathon, it snatched back the Men's world record from the Berlin! Kelvin Kiptum, who announced he was aiming for a course record, surprised everyone and himself by setting a new world record of 2:00:35 with his win at the 45th Chicago Marathon. As if that wasn't great enough, the women in the race were on-track for a world record before Ruth Chepngetich slowed to allow Sifan Hassan to win in 2:13:44 - the second fastest women's marathon of all time and new course record. In the wheelchair races, Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner set new course records in their marathon races.
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World Record SMASHED at Berlin Marathon

Credit: ©SCC EVENTS/Jean-Marc Wiesner

2023 Berlin Marathon
It's notable when a world record is broken. It is nothing short of AMAZING when a world record is lowered by more than 2 minutes and that is just what happened at the 2023 Berlin Marathon. Defending champion Tigst Assefa ran the marathon course in 2:11:53 knocking 2:11 off the previous record by Brigid Kosgei of 2:14:04 set at the 2019 Chicago Marathon. With her run, Assefa also knocked nearly four minutes off her personal best and previous Berlin Marathon record of 2:15:37 set at the 2022 Berlin Marathon. Also of note at the 2023 Berlin Marathon, Eliud Kipchoge won his fifth Berlin Marathon - a record number of wins at Berlin - and complete the course with the fourth fastest Marathon finish of all time behind only himself, Kelvin Kiptum and Kenenisa Bekele. Amanal Petros set a new German National Record with his run of 2:04:58.

The Berlin Marathon is built for records and the 2023 Berlin Marathon cements its reputation as the one best suited for world record attempts and successes. Tigst Assefa's record brings the world record back to Berlin where it resided until the world record moved to Chicago and London beginning in 2001. This is the third time the women's World Record has been set in Berlin. The men's world record in the marathon has resided in Berlin since 2003 - currently Eliud Kipchoge's 2:01:09 set at the 2022 Berlin Marathon - and in total the men's world record has been set in Berlin an incredible nine times.

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Most engaging World Athletics Championships in history finishes on a high in Budapest

The World Athletics Championships Budapest 23 concluded on Sunday, August 27, after nine days of thrilling action in which superstars of the sport added to their legacy and new stars emerged as global champions.
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Jack Fleming named President & CEO of the Boston Athletic Association

The Boston Athletic Association, organizers of the Boston Marathon among other events, has announced that Jack Fleming has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the Organization. Jack has held various roles with the BAA since 1992 and most recently was serving as COO for the organization from 2017 through early 2022 and as acting CEO since May 1, 2022. MarathonGuide.com has always been a big fan of Jack Fleming and applauds this decision by the BAA, both as the right person for the job and as he deserves the position through his years of dedication to the organization and running in general.
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2025 World Championships to be held in Tokyo

World Athletics has announced that the 2025 World Championships will be held in Tokyo, beating out Nairobi, Silesia and Singapore to host the championships. The championships will take place in the Olympic Stadium created for the 2020 Olympics - but while the pandemic-affected Olympics saw no spectators in the stadium, spectators will be welcomed and be able to enjoy the Olympic venue at the world championships. At the same time, World Athletics announced that the the 2024 World Championships Cross Country Championships will be held in Medulin and Pula in Croatia and the 2026 World Championships Cross Country Championships will be held in Tallahassee, Florida.
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Bank of America steps up for Boston Marathon

The Boston Athletic Association, organizers of the Boston Marathon, have announced that Bank of America will become the presenting sponsor of the Boston Marathon beginning in 2024. It was previously announced that John Hancock's major sponsorship of the Boston Marathon would end in 2023 and this sponsorship will provide the Boston Marathon with a needed replacement. Bank of America is also the title sponsor (and owner!) of the Chicago Marathon. In respect for the long history of the Boston Marathon and that in its 125+ years it has never had a title sponsor, Bank of America will be the presenting sponsor and its name will appear after the race name: "Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America."
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