Ethiopia's Tamirat Tola clinched gold in the men's marathon at the Paris 2024 Olympics, finishing with an Olympic record time of 2:06:26, while Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge, a two-time reigning champion, failed to finish after pulling out at the 30km mark due to injury. Tola, who was a late replacement for an injured teammate, showcased a commanding performance, maintaining a lead throughout the hilly course. Belgium's Bashir Abdi secured silver, improving from his previous bronze, and Kenya's Benson Kipruto took bronze. Tola expressed immense pride in his victory, acknowledging the challenge of winning Olympic gold. Kipchoge's early exit marks a dramatic downturn in his career, raising questions about his future in competitive running. The marathon was noted for its challenging course, which featured multiple steep inclines and iconic Parisian landmarks.