Check out the Boston Marathon 2024 outcomes for victors, timings, and further particulars
BOSTON — While many runners will spend the entirety of the 2024 Boston Marathon traversing the course, the race’s champions have already crossed the finish line on Boylston Street. Monday witnessed both familiar faces securing victories and newcomers making their mark in the prestigious event.
Hellen Obiri Secures Victory in Boston Marathon 2024 Women’s Race
Hellen Obiri of Kenya surged ahead in the latter stages to clinch her second consecutive win in the Boston Marathon women’s category, completing the course with a time of 2:22:37. She becomes the first back-to-back winner since Catherine Ndereba of Kenya achieved the feat in 2004 and 2005. Initially part of a pack of 20 runners, Obiri and Sharon Lokedi emerged as the leading duo in the final miles, drawing enthusiastic cheers from the spectators. However, it was Obiri who ultimately surged ahead in the final stretch, adding another Boston triumph to her resume. Obiri had also claimed victory in the 2023 New York City Marathon. Lokedi finished second with a time of 2:22:45, followed by Edna Kiplagat in third place at 2:23:21, securing a clean sweep for Kenya in the top three positions. Buze Diriba and Senbere Teferi, representing Ethiopia, completed the top five with identical times of 2:24:04. Minnesota’s Emma Bates was the first American woman to finish, clocking in at 2:27:14. Sara Hall followed closely behind with a time of 2:27:48, while the 2018 champion Des Linden crossed the line in 2:28:27.
Sisay Lemma Emerges Victorious in Boston Marathon Men’s Race
Sisay Lemma of Ethiopia, who failed to finish in his previous Boston Marathon appearance in 2022, left no room for doubt as he dominated the men’s race from start to finish. The 33-year-old maintained a commanding lead throughout the race, ultimately crossing the finish line with a time of 2:06:17, the 10th fastest in Boston Marathon history. Despite facing a slight challenge in the final miles, Lemma’s lead remained unassailable, securing his first-place position. Mohamed Esa of Ethiopia finished second with a time of 2:06:58, followed closely by defending champion Evans Chebet in third place at 2:07:22. Kenyans John Korir and Albert Korir completed the top five with times of 2:07:40 and 2:07:47, respectively. C.J. Albertson emerged as the top American finisher, claiming seventh place overall with a time of 2:09:53, marking his best performance in Boston after finishing 10th in 2021, 13th in 2022, and 12th in the previous year’s race.
Embed from Getty ImagesEden Rainbow-Cooper Triumphs in Boston Marathon Women’s Wheelchair Race
In the women’s wheelchair division, Eden Rainbow-Cooper made history by becoming the first woman from Great Britain to clinch victory in the Boston Marathon wheelchair category. The 22-year-old secured her triumph with a time of 1:35:11, marking her first major win in the World Marathon series. Despite facing a challenge from four-time champion Manuela Schar, Rainbow-Cooper maintained her lead, eventually pulling away to secure a decisive victory. Rainbow-Cooper’s triumph in the Boston 5K on Saturday further underscored her potential, likely attracting sponsorship opportunities following her remarkable performance. Schar finished second with a time of 1:36:41, followed by Madison De Rozario, Patricia Eachus, and Aline Dos Santos Rocha.
HISTORY MADE 🙌
— British Athletics (@BritAthletics) April 15, 2024
Eden Rainbow-Cooper is first British woman to win the elite women’s wheelchair race at the Boston Marathon, beating a world class field in 1:35:11.
It's the first Abbott World Marathon Major victory of her career 👏 pic.twitter.com/XuHmyRfNAW
Marcel Hug Sets Another Record in Boston Marathon Men’s Wheelchair Race
Switzerland’s Marcel Hug continued his dominance in the men’s wheelchair category, claiming his seventh Boston Marathon victory and setting a new course record in the process. Nicknamed “The Silver Bullet,” Hug shattered his own record with an impressive finish time of 1:15:33, despite a collision with the wall during the race. Daniel Romanchuk of Maryland finished second, followed by David Weir, Sho Wantanabe, and Joshua Cassidy. Romanchuk also emerged as the top American finisher in the men’s wheelchair race.
Embed from Getty ImagesReflecting on the 2023 Boston Marathon Winners
The 127th Boston Marathon witnessed a Kenyan sweep, with Evans Chebet and Hellen Obiri emerging victorious in the men’s and women’s races, respectively. Chebet secured his second consecutive win with a time of 2:05:54, while Obiri, a late entry, claimed victory with a time of 2:21:38. In the men’s wheelchair race, Marcel Hug secured his sixth Boston Marathon victory, while Susannah Scaroni triumphed in the women’s race despite facing challenges during the race.
Boston Marathon 2024 Records
Geoffrey Mutai holds the men’s record for the fastest Boston Marathon finish, completing the race in 2:03:02 in 2011. In the women’s category, Buzunesh Deba holds the record with a time of 2:19:59 in 2014. Manuela Schar holds the women’s wheelchair record with a time of 1:28:17 in 2017.
Prizes for Boston Marathon 2024 Winners
Winners of the men’s and women’s races receive $150,000 each, with second and third place finishers receiving $75,000 and $40,000, respectively. In the wheelchair division, top winners receive $40,000, with second and third place finishers receiving $25,000 and $12,000, respectively.
