Lokedi, Korir, Records at 2025 Boston Marathon

At the 129th Boston Marathon on April 21, 2025, Kenya's Sharon Lokedi broke the women's course record with a time of 2:17:22, outpacing defending champion Hellen Obiri, while John Korir of Kenya won the men's race in 2:04:45—the second-fastest time in event history—despite falling at the start. Switzerland’s Marcel Hug dominated the men's wheelchair division to earn his eighth title, and American Susannah Scaroni captured the women’s wheelchair crown. Whit Blair set a new record in the nonbinary division. Paula Radcliffe completed her Six Star Medal, and Pedro Arieta was celebrated for sacrificing his personal best to assist a fellow runner. The marathon was filled with inspiring stories, from elite athletes to runners overcoming personal challenges and participating for charitable causes. The race maintained its lively spirit with supportive Boston crowds and traditions, while attention now turns to the 2025 London Marathon and its anticipated celebrity participants.