Hellen Obiri Aims for Third Boston Marathon Title

Kenyan athlete Hellen Obiri aims for a third consecutive Boston Marathon title in April 2025, having already won the event in 2023 and 2024. Obiri, who has been dominant since her marathon debut in 2022, expressed her determination to defend her title against former champions, including Edna Kiplagat and Des Linden. Ethiopian Sisay Lemma will also return to defend his men's title, boasting a personal best of 2:01:48, and is looking forward to the challenge after missing the Paris Olympics due to injury. The 129th Boston Marathon will take place on April 21, 2025, featuring elite athletes from 20 countries, including past champions and top American talent. Obiri aims to become the first woman to win three consecutive titles since Fatuma Roba from 1997-1999. The event promises a competitive field with 21 sub-2:09 men and 17 sub-2:23 women runners.