Obiri powers to New York Marathon win
Hellen Obiri leads podium sweep for Kenyans in New York City women’s Marathon after clocking 2:19:51, Sharon Lokedi and Sheila Chepkirui came 2nd and 3rd respectively...
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Kenya's Hellen Obiri secured victory at the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 2, 2025, setting a new course record. Her performance, which included a decisive late kick, saw her finish ahead of fellow Kenyan competitors.
- Obiri completed the marathon in 2 hours, 19 minutes, and 51 seconds, shattering the 22-year-old course record set in 2003.
- The top three finishers, including Sharon Lokedi (second in 2:20:07) and Sheila Chepkirui (third in 2:20:24), all ran faster than the previous record.
- This marks Obiri's second consecutive win at the New York Marathon, having also won in 2023.
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Benson Kipruto and Hellen Obiri Secure Kenyan Double at New York Marathon - November 2025
Kenya dominated the New York Marathon on Sunday, November 2, 2025, with wins in both the men's and women's races. Benson Kipruto won the men's race in the closest finish in the event's history. In the women's event, Kenya's Hellen Obiri secured victory by setting a new course record. Obiri's performance included a decisive late kick. She finished ahead of fellow Kenyan competitors to seal the victory.
