Benard Biwott and Bedatu Hirpa Triumph with Record Performances at Paris Marathon

Biwott sets a personal best in only his second marathon, while Hirpa claims her second victory of 2025 in a dramatic finish.

Kenyan Benard Biwott won the men's race at the Paris Marathon with a time of 2:05:25, setting a new personal record.
Biwott, just 23 years old, achieved this victory in only his second marathon after winning in Frankfurt in October 2024.
Ethiopian Bedatu Hirpa secured her second marathon win of the year, finishing the women's race in 2:20:45, narrowly ahead of compatriot Dera Dida.
Djiboutian Ibrahim Hassan claimed second place in the men's race with a time of 2:06:13, while Kenyan Sila Kiptoo finished third, improving his personal best.
The Paris Marathon, held on April 13, 2025, showcased the rising prominence of emerging international marathon talents.