The 2025 Tokyo Marathon featured Ethiopian athletes Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede winning the men’s and women’s titles, respectively. Takele clocked 2:03:23, while Kebede defended her title with 2:16:29. Notable performances included Deresa Geleta and Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich. Joshua Cheptegei achieved a personal best despite the heat.
On March 2, 2025, at the Tokyo Marathon, Ethiopian athletes Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede emerged victorious, claiming the men’s and women’s titles, respectively. Takele, a former Olympic steeplechaser, completed the marathon in a remarkable time of 2:03:23, while Kebede successfully defended her title with a time of 2:16:29. The performance solidified Ethiopia’s dominance in the event, with Deresa Geleta finishing second among men in 2:03:51 and Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich of Kenya placing third for the second consecutive year with a time of 2:04:00.
The Tokyo Marathon 2025 showcased outstanding performances, particularly from Ethiopian runners Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede. Both secured their respective titles, underscoring Ethiopia’s prowess in long-distance running. Additional highlights included Joshua Cheptegei’s impressive personal best despite challenging race conditions. This marathon further establishes the significance and competitive spirit of World Marathon Majors.
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