Attracting a startling 45,000 participants from all across the globe, the Windy City came alive on October 13, 2024 as the 46th Chicago Marathon was underway. With more than 1.7 million fervent supporters lining the road, this year’s marathon was simply spectacular. enowned for its level and fast track, the Chicago Marathon presented again another exciting event generating some of the fastest marathon times in recent memory.
The race of women: Sutume Kebede rules
The Chicago Marathon this year focused on Ethiopia’s Sutume Kebede, who really displayed for everyone how it’s done. Her finishing time, 2:15:55, is the quickest marathon time for a woman this year. Her race was all about sheer stamina and clever pace; the other racers lagged behind in the closing stretch. Kebede’s victory confirms her ranking among the best marathon runners worldwide and will surely set the expectations for the remainder of the marathon season.
Men’s Race: Kenyan Stars Shine
Kenyan athletes Amos Kipruto and Vincent Ngetich were among the top competitors in the very contested field the men’s event presented. Both Kipruto and Ngetich entered the race with great expectations; known for their speed and clever racing plans. Although the men’s race did not exactly generate record-breaking timings like the women’s, the Kenyan pair’s relentless speed and will enthralled viewers.
An astonishing audience
The marathon this year celebrated sportsmanship and community as much as it did the competitors. The event grew to be a citywide celebration with 1.7 million onlookers supporting the venerable Chicago streets. With the excitement of the audience evident at every turn, supporters of all ages gathered to create a dynamic environment that drove the runners. From downtown to the more sedate areas, Chicago’s many neighborhoods joined together to support the event’s worldwide recognition.
Quick Times, Optimal Futures
Chicago’s flat route and usually mild weather have helped it to consistently produce fast marathon times. This year it maintained its reputation. With Kebede’s world-leading time and the outstanding performances by Kipruto and Ngetich, the Chicago Marathon has once again shown itself as one of the top races on the marathon calendar.
The excitement for what is to come in 2025 is already developing as the 46th edition comes to an end. For now, however, the world will be discussing Sutume Kebede’s incredible performance and the exciting exhibition of Kenyan supremacy in the men’s race.
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