London Marathon 2024: Women’s-Only World Record Broken by Peres Jepchirchir

Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir made history at the London Marathon, winning the women’s race in a thrilling fashion and setting a new women’s-only world record time of 2:16:16. The previous record of 2:17.01 was held by Mary Jepkosgei Keitany in London in 2017.

Jepchirchir’s victory was hard-fought, with four runners in contention down the final straight. Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa finished second with a time of 2:16:23, followed closely by Kenya’s Joyciline Jepkosgei in third with 2:16:24, and Megertu Alemu in fourth place.

In the men’s race, Kenyan Alexander Munyao emerged victorious with a time of 2:04:01, beating out track legend Kenenisa Bekele who finished in 2:04:15. Munyao, 27, broke away from Bekele in the final miles of the race to secure his win.

Marcel Hug of Switzerland dominated the men’s wheelchair race, claiming his fourth consecutive victory with a time of 1:28:33. Catherine Debrunner, also from Switzerland, set a new course record in the women’s wheelchair race, finishing in 1:38:54.

The London Marathon showcased incredible talent and determination from athletes around the world, with impressive performances and new records set in both the men’s and women’s races. The event continues to be a highlight in the world of marathon running, attracting top athletes and inspiring fans with its competitive spirit and thrilling finishes.