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Hamburg Marathon Set to Host 40,000 Runners and Elite Record Chasers

Richard Ringer eyes a sub-2:07 finish, while Brigid Kosgei returns after a year-long break in a highly competitive field.

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EM-Sieger Richard Ringer ist der wohl beste deutsche Starter im Feld
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Overview

  • Approximately 40,000 participants, including 15,000 marathon runners, are registered for the 39th Hamburg Marathon, set to take place on Sunday.
  • Richard Ringer, former European champion, aims to break the 2:07 barrier after recent personal bests in Valencia and Berlin.
  • Brigid Kosgei, ex-world record holder, will make her first competitive marathon appearance in a year, with organizers highlighting her participation as a major draw.
  • The elite men's field includes four runners with personal bests under 2:05 and 15 under 2:10, with potential to challenge the course record of 2:04:09 set in 2023.
  • Significant traffic disruptions are expected along key routes in Hamburg, including the Reeperbahn and Elbchaussee, as the city prepares for one of its largest sporting events of the year.