Men’s and Women’s Marathon Champions

John Korir from Kenya emerged victorious in the men’s division, completing the race in a remarkable time of 2:04:45. His victory marks a significant achievement—it is the first time in Boston Marathon history that a brother of a past champion (Wesley Korir, who won in 2012) has claimed the title. John Korir decisively pulled away from the lead pack around the 20-mile marker, maintaining his lead to the finish line.

In the women’s division, Sharon Lokedi also made headlines by not only winning the title but breaking the course record with a time of 2:17:22. Lokedi’s impressive finish overtook the previous record of 2:19:59 set by Ethiopia’s Buzunesh Deba in 2014.

Lokedi’s fierce competition against last year’s champion Hellen Obiri culminated in a thrilling race, where a late surge allowed her to take the lead and secure her first Boston Marathon victory.

Wheelchair Division Triumphs

In the men’s wheelchair category, Marcel Hug of Switzerland continued to demonstrate dominance by securing his eighth title with a time of 1:21:34. Known as “The Silver Bullet,” Hug maintained a significant lead throughout the race, showcasing his prowess as an accomplished marathon athlete.

Susannah Scaroni claimed victory in the women’s wheelchair division with a solid performance, finishing the race at 1:35:20. This win marks a triumphant return for Scaroni, who had to withdraw the previous year due to injury. Both Hug and Scaroni reaffirmed their positions as elite wheelchair athletes.

Prize Money and Historical Context

This year, the Boston Marathon featured a total prize pool of $1,214,500. Winners of both the men’s and women’s divisions received $150,000 each, with subsequent placements earning $75,000 and $40,000 respectively. The wheelchair division saw an increase in prize money, with top finishers receiving $50,000.

For context, the records for the Boston Marathon are as follows: Geoffrey Mutai holds the men’s record at 2:03:02, while Lokedi’s new record replaced Deba’s upon her historic run. In the wheelchair category, Hug’s 2024 time of 1:15:33 was previously both a course and personal record.

Looking Back: 2024 Marathon Results

In the 2024 Boston Marathon, Sisay Lemma of Ethiopia won with a time of 2:06:17 in the men’s division, while Hellen Obiri won the women’s category with a time of 2:22:37, adding to her accolades from previous races. Hug also took the title in the wheelchair division, further solidifying his status as a marathon champion.