Overview
- Amos Kipruto won the Hamburg Marathon in a record-breaking 2:03:46, with Brigid Kosgei taking the women's title in 2:17:55.
- Richard Ringer, Germany's top contender, placed seventh in Hamburg, using the race as preparation for the upcoming World Championships in Tokyo.
- The Düsseldorf Marathon returned after a six-year hiatus, with Alex Maier of the United States winning in 2:08:00.
- Hamburg's marathon featured nearly 40,000 participants across various events, highlighting the post-pandemic surge in running popularity.
- Both cities implemented extensive traffic closures and public transit adjustments to accommodate the races, which drew tens of thousands of spectators.