Eliud Kipchoge Set to Conquer London Marathon Again
Eliud Kipchoge, the marathon legend, returns to the London Marathon seeking a historic fifth victory this April.
Kipchoge's Return to London
Eliud Kipchoge, widely considered the greatest marathon runner in history, is gearing up to return to the London Marathon this coming April. The Kenyan athlete, who boasts two Olympic marathon titles and a record four victories in London, last graced the iconic course in 2020.
At 40 years old, Kipchoge reflects on his mid-race dropout during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, describing the experience as “demoralizing.” Despite this setback, he remains optimistic about competing for his fifth win in London:
"Sport is full of challenges. I’m still working hard to get better, trying to inspire people and sell the power of sport. I still think I can compete. I am training in a good way and competing with the youngest people."
Excitement Surrounding the 2025 London Marathon
Taking place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, the London Marathon is shaping up to be an exhilarating event. CEO Hugh Brasher has announced that this year’s race will feature “the greatest elite field in the history of the London Marathon.”
The women’s event will spotlight Ruth Chepngetich, the world record holder, alongside Olympic champion Sifan Hassan and silver medallist Tiger Assefa. Fans will also see Eilish McColgan making her much-anticipated marathon debut.
On the men’s side, British runner Emile Cairess is expected to lead the charge, with hopes of challenging Mo Farah's British record, joined by Olympic and world triathlon champion Alex Yee.
A Legacy of Excellence
Eliud Kipchoge made history in October 2019 by becoming the first athlete to run a marathon in under two hours. While that extraordinary achievement is not recognized as an official world record due to its controlled conditions, Kipchoge's official personal best stands at two hours, one minute, and nine seconds, the second-fastest marathon time ever recorded.
His impressive list of accomplishments includes victories in every major marathon globally and an unbeaten streak in London for four consecutive years (2015-2019). Kipchoge's only defeat in 16 marathons came in 2020 amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, where he finished eighth.
Looking Ahead
When asked about retirement plans, Kipchoge indicated that he would reveal more after his performance in London. Brasher praised him as “the greatest marathon runner of this or any other age,” underscoring the profound impact Kipchoge has had on the sport.
As anticipation builds, fans and aspiring runners alike look forward to witnessing this legendary athlete in action once again!
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