Lokedi Sets Women's Record, Korir Wins Boston Marathon

Sharon Lokedi of Kenya set a new women's course record at the Boston Marathon, finishing in 2:17:22 and denying Hellen Obiri a third consecutive victory. Lokedi pulled away with a strong final mile, while Obiri finished second and Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw took third. In the men's race, John Korir, also from Kenya, overcame a fall at the start to win in 2:04:45, the second-fastest time in race history, making the Korirs the first brothers to both claim Boston Marathon titles. Alphonce Felix Simbu of Tanzania and Cybrian Kotut of Kenya completed the men's podium after a close sprint finish, while American Conner Mantz finished fourth. The event, which marked the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War, also saw Marcel Hug of Switzerland win his eighth Boston wheelchair title. The races were notable for their dramatic finishes and record-breaking performances.