On April 6, Sabastian Sawe of Kenya dazzled the crowd with an unmatched feat of athleticism as he raced through the streets of Prague for the Half Marathon. Sawe's outstanding performance not only earned him a decisive victory but also cemented his record-breaking time of 58 minutes and 24 seconds into the event's books of history.
Mestawut Fikir and Mulugeta Uma showcased Ethiopian excellence on the global stage as they clinched victory at the prestigious Schneider Electric Paris Marathon on Sunday (7).
Mark your calendars for the exhilarating 2024 Boston Marathon, slated to unfold on Patriots’ Day, Monday, April 15. Athletes will charge from the starting line starting at 9:02 a.m., with the men's wheelchair division igniting the action, followed by waves of participants until 11:15 a.m. The frontrunners from the professional men's and women's divisions are anticipated to triumphantly cross the finish line around 11:45 a.m. and 12 p.m. respectively.
German winners Amanal Petros and Domenika Mayer smashed the course records at the ADAC Marathon Hannover. Defending champion Petros improved his own course best of 2:07:02 from last year by almost one minute, winning in 2:06:05 despite windy conditions and warm sunshine during the final part of the race. Petros, who is the national record holder with 2:04:58, ran the second fastest time ever achieved by a German marathon runner. Kenyans Boaz Kipkemei and Victor Kiplimo took second and third with 2:07:06 and 2:09:58 respectively.
Abdi Nageeye set a new benchmark for Dutch runners, achieving a remarkable time of 2:04:45 in the Rotterdam Marathon, while Ashete Bekere of Ethiopia claimed victory in the women's event with a time of 2:19:30. The marathon, distinguished as a World Athletics Gold Label road race, unfolded on Sunday.
In the vibrant streets of Boston, amidst the rhythmic pounding of feet on pavement, the 2024 Boston Marathon unfolded with moments of unparalleled athleticism and historic achievement. As participants pushed their limits throughout the day, the race witnessed the crowning of champions who left an indelible mark on Boylston Street.
The Vienna City Marathon could turn into a race for records and Olympic dreams next Sunday. If weather conditions are suitable the women’s course record of 2:20:59 is expected be attacked and may be even the 2:05:08 men’s course best could come under threat. Additionally a number of runners will chase Olympic qualification at Austria’s most prestigious road race. Organisers of the 41st Vienna City Marathon, which is a World Athletics Elite Label event, have registered a total of over 41,000 entries. More than 10,000 of them are marathon runners.
This Sunday's TCS London Marathon is poised for a riveting showdown as three of the swiftest women in the annals of distance running, alongside a constellation of elite road racers, prepare for what could be a historic event.
Hellen Obiri's recent victory in the Boston Marathon is not just a personal triumph but a historic feat, making her one of only four women in the modern era of the World Marathon Majors to secure three consecutive wins. As the spotlight now turns to the upcoming London Marathon, all eyes are on formidable competitors Brigid Kosgei and Peres Jepchirchir, both eager to assert their dominance.
London, April 21, 2024: The 2024 London Marathon unfolded amidst ideal weather conditions, attracting a record-breaking 50,000 runners to the highly anticipated event. Surpassing all expectations, a staggering 500,000 individuals vied for participation, reflecting the enduring allure of this iconic race.
