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Hellen Obiri Shatters NYC Marathon Record to Win 2025 Title

A late surge past Sharon Lokedi sealed the win, completing a Kenyan podium sweep.

Overview

  • Obiri clocked 2:19:51 to break Margaret Okayo’s 2003 course record of 2:22:31.
  • Sharon Lokedi took second in 2:20:07 and defending champion Sheila Chepkirui was third in 2:20:24, with all three under the old mark.
  • The trio of recent champions separated from the field around Mile 20 in the Bronx before Obiri kicked clear just under a mile from the finish.
  • American Fiona O’Keeffe, part of the early lead pack with Sifan Hassan, held on for fourth as Hassan faded late.
  • It is Obiri’s second New York victory and fourth major title, with the race concluding the World Marathon Majors calendar.