The 2025 London Marathon featured elite athletes delivering exceptional performances, with records broken and personal bests achieved, underscoring the event’s status as a premier competition in the marathon calendar. Organizers of the London Marathon announced that Sunday’s race set a new world record for the number of finishers, surpassing the previous record of 55,646 set at the 2024 New York City Marathon. While they did not release a final total, officials confirmed that the new benchmark was reached by 6:35 p.m. local time (1735 GMT), with participants still making their way across the finish line.

In the men’s race, Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe clinched victory with a remarkable time of 2:02:27, outpacing a competitive field that included Olympic champions . This win adds to Sawe’s impressive achievements, including a Kenyan national record in the one-hour run.

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made a strong marathon debut, finishing second in 2:03:37. Kiplimo is renowned for his world record in the half marathon, clocking 56:42 in Barcelona earlier this year.

Kenyan runner Alexander Mutiso Munyao secured third place with a time of 2:04:20. Munyao boasts a personal best of 2:03:11 and has previously won the Prague International Marathon.

In the women’s race, Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa set a new women’s-only world record by finishing in 2:15:50. Assefa, a former 800m specialist, has rapidly ascended in marathon running, having also won the Berlin Marathon in 2022 and 2023.

Kenya’s Joyciline Jepkosgei finished second with a time of 2:18:44. Jepkosgei is a former half marathon world record holder and has notable victories in major marathons, including New York and London .​

Dutch athlete Sifan Hassan claimed third place, completing the race in 2:19:00. Hassan is celebrated for her versatility, having won gold in both the 5,000m and 10,000m at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.​

At the Maui Marathon on April 27, 2025, about 1,000 runners enjoyed one of the most scenic courses in the world, running along the island’s west coast. Jake Gibbs led the men’s field with a time of 2:53:55, while Grace Chow dominated the women’s race in 3:01:09. Gibbs, a triathlete and marathon regular in Hawaii, is known for his strong performances across endurance sports.

In Stratford-upon-Avon, the Shakespeare Marathon drew over 800 runners on April 27, 2025, weaving through the countryside and William Shakespeare’s historic hometown. Will Lindsey won the men’s race in 2:32:51, with Annika Berlin capturing the women’s title in 3:00:59. Lindsey, a rising club athlete in the UK scene, recently posted a sub-70-minute half marathon earlier this season.

The Gettysburg North-South Marathon in Pennsylvania hosted a few hundred runners on April 27, 2025, offering a challenging and historic course through the Gettysburg battlefield. Kenneth Marshall won the men’s race in 2:49:11, while Anna Balouris was the standout women’s finisher in 2:53:25. Balouris, a former professional runner for Oiselle, competed at the U.S. Olympic Trials in 2020.

In Canada, the Mississauga Marathon returned on April 27, 2025, with nearly 2,500 participants. Asmerom Weldetnsae dominated the men’s race in 2:25:04, while Alanna McRae won the women’s division with a strong 3:00:07 finish. Weldetnsae, originally from Eritrea, has been making his mark on the Canadian road running scene since relocating.

The Big Sur International Marathon in Carmel, California, welcomed around 4,000 runners on April 27, 2025, showcasing breathtaking views along Highway 1. Simon Ricci took the men’s victory in 2:31:04, while seasoned marathoner Serena Burla claimed the women’s title in 2:49:40. Burla, a cancer survivor and former U.S. national team member, continues to inspire with her remarkable running career.

At the Eugene Marathon in Oregon on April 26, 2025, more than 2,000 runners raced through “TrackTown USA.” Bradley Hodkinson won the men’s race in 2:19:44, and Anna Kenig-Ziesler captured the women’s victory with a 2:36:54 finish. Hodkinson, a graduate of Wake Forest University, has transitioned seamlessly from collegiate track to marathon success.

In Nashville, Tennessee, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Country Music Marathon on April 26, 2025, brought out over 4,500 participants for a lively race filled with on-course bands and big city energy. David Gregory finished first among the men in 2:32:06, and Kate McAndrew won the women’s race in 3:06:38. McAndrew, a former NCAA runner, recently began building a presence as a running coach and influencer.

The Garmin Marathon (formerly Oz Marathon) in Olathe, Kansas, attracted a strong field on April 26, 2025, with about 1,200 runners. Trevor Uyemura won the men’s race in 2:42:00, while Lindsay Brogan claimed the women’s title in 3:13:54. Uyemura is an active member of the Kansas City running scene and a frequent podium finisher at Midwest marathons.

At the Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon in Louisville, Kentucky, over 2,500 runners participated on April 26, 2025, amid pre-Derby festivities. Jacob Kocis triumphed in the men’s race with a 2:23:34, and Hannah Bast topped the women’s field with a 2:49:38. Kocis, a University of Kentucky alum, is steadily building a reputation as one of the region’s top road runners.

The Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon in Champaign-Urbana on April 26, 2025, brought together about 5,000 participants. Jaime Marcos captured the men’s title in 2:22:23, and Tera Moody, a former World Championship marathoner for the U.S., won the women’s race in 2:47:21. Moody famously placed fifth at the 2009 World Championships marathon and remains a beloved figure in American distance running.

Finally, at the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon on April 26, 2025, nearly 6,000 runners honored the memory of the 1995 bombing victims while racing through the heart of the city. Al Maeder IV won the men’s division in 2:26:56, and Ashley Carreon led the women’s field with a 2:56:35 finish. Maeder, an Oklahoma native, often races to support local causes and is known for his powerful finishes.