Boston Marathon 2025: Record-Breaking Wins and Historic Moments
🏅 Sharon Lokedi Shatters Course Record, John Korir Joins Elite Ranks 🏅
The 129th Boston Marathon, held on April 21, 2025, delivered thrilling performances, shattered records, and historic victories. With over 31,000 runners participating, the event showcased elite athleticism and fierce competition.
Women’s Race: Sharon Lokedi’s Historic Victory
Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi stunned the world by breaking the Boston Marathon course record with a time of 2:17:22. Lokedi, who finished second in 2024, surged ahead in the final mile, defeating two-time defending champion Hellen Obiri (2:17:41) and Ethiopia’s Yalemzerf Yehualaw (2:18:06).
Top 5 Women’s Finishers
- 🥇 Sharon Lokedi (Kenya) – 2:17:22 (New Course Record)
- 🥈 Hellen Obiri (Kenya) – 2:17:41
- 🥉 Yalemzerf Yehualaw (Ethiopia) – 2:18:06
- Irine Cheptai (Kenya) – 2:21:32
- Amane Beriso (Ethiopia) – 2:21:58
Lokedi’s victory marked a historic moment, as she obliterated the previous record of 2:19:59, set by Ethiopia’s Buzunesh Deba in 2014. “I wanted to fight until the end,” Lokedi said after her win. “We all wanted it so bad.”
Men’s Race: John Korir’s Redemption
Kenya’s John Korir overcame an early fall near the starting line to claim victory in 2:04:45. Korir, who finished fourth in 2024, surged ahead at Mile 20, securing his first Boston Marathon win. His older brother, Wesley Korir, won the race in 2012, making them the first siblings to win Boston Marathon titles.
Top 5 Men’s Finishers
- 🥇 John Korir (Kenya) – 2:04:45
- 🥈 Alphonce Felix Simbu (Tanzania) – 2:05:04
- 🥉 Cybrian Kotut (Kenya) – 2:05:04
- Conner Mantz (USA) – 2:05:08 (Best American Finish Since 2018)
- Muktar Edris (Ethiopia) – 2:05:59
Korir’s victory was 19 seconds ahead of Simbu and Kotut, cementing his place among Boston Marathon legends.
Wheelchair Division: Marcel Hug and Susannah Scaroni Dominate
Swiss athlete Marcel Hug, known as “The Silver Bullet”, won his eighth Boston Marathon men’s wheelchair title, finishing in 1:21:34. Hug maintained a four-minute lead, showcasing his dominance in the sport.
In the women’s wheelchair race, Susannah Scaroni reclaimed her title after withdrawing in 2024 due to injury. She finished in 1:35:20, securing her second Boston Marathon victory.
The Boston Marathon 2025, held on April 21, was a thrilling event featuring over 31,000 runners from 118 countries. The race followed its iconic 26.2-mile course, starting in Hopkinton and finishing at Boylston Street, Boston. Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi set a new course record in the women’s division with 2:17:22, while John Korir claimed victory in the men’s race with 2:04:45. The wheelchair division saw Marcel Hug and Susannah Scaroni dominate once again. The event was broadcast live on ESPN2 and streamed on multiple platforms. The marathon’s $1.2 million prize pool rewarded top finishers. The race, steeped in tradition, continues to symbolize resilience and unity, drawing massive support from spectators. With the Paris Olympics 2025 on the horizon, many of these elite runners will soon compete on the global stage. 🚀
Prize Money Breakdown 💰
The total prize pool for the 2025 Boston Marathon was $1,214,500, with winners receiving:
- Men’s & Women’s Champions – $150,000 each
- Second Place Finishers – $75,000
- Third Place Finishers – $40,000
- Wheelchair Division Winners – $50,000 (Increased from $40,000 in previous years)
Final Thoughts
The Boston Marathon 2025 was a spectacle of endurance, strategy, and resilience. With record-breaking performances, historic sibling victories, and dominant wheelchair champions, this year’s race will be remembered for years to come.
🏃♂️ What’s next? The world now turns its eyes to the Paris Olympics 2025, where many of these elite runners will compete for gold.
