Marathon
Kenyan runner sets new marathon world record
Kenyan runner Ruth Chepngetich set a new marathon world record on October 13, 2024, in Chicago. She clocked 2:09:57 hours, beating the previous best by about two minutes. The record came during her victory in the Chicago Marathon.
Ngetich misses world record due to strong winds
Agnes Jebet Ngetich defended her Valencia Half Marathon title in Spain on October 26, 2025, but strong headwinds denied her the world record, finishing in 1:03:08. That time is the best of the year and third fastest in history. She earned a Sh5.2 million bonus for her victory.
Ayinelam Desta wins Amsterdam Marathon women's race
Ethiopia's Ayinelam Desta won the women's category at the 50th Amsterdam Marathon in the Netherlands. This marks the third consecutive year Ethiopian athletes have claimed victory. The Amsterdam Marathon holds platinum status in world athletics.
Ruth chepng'etich banned for three years by aiu
Kenyan athlete Ruth Chepng'etich, the world marathon record holder, has been banned for three years by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after admitting to using the prohibited substance Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). Her urine sample, taken on March 14, 2025, showed concentrations of about 3,800 ng/mL. The ban was reduced from four years due to her early admission.
Defending champion Sheila Chepkirui eyes New York Marathon title
Kenyan Sheila Chepkirui returns to New York on November 2, 2025, to defend her TCS New York City Marathon title. The 34-year-old athlete enters with strong confidence after her 2024 victory and a solid 2025 season. She faces tough competition from runners like Sharon Lokedi and Hellen Obiri.