Dear Boston Marathon Participants and Friends,
On behalf of the Boston Athletic Association, welcome to the City of Boston and the 129th running of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. On April 21, we’ll welcome the world to Massachusetts, as more than 30,000 athletes aim to join the distinguished list of Boston Marathon finishers.
This year, we celebrate milestone anniversaries that will make for a patriotic race weekend. The 129th Boston Marathon will be run in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of Patriots’ Day, marking the American Revolution’s early beginnings just a few miles north of the race route in Lexington and Concord. Patriots’ Day is woven into the fabric of the Boston Marathon, with the race having been scheduled on the holiday every year since its inception in 1897
2025 also marks 50 years of wheelchair racing in Boston. On April 21, 1975, Bob Hall made history by completing the course in 2:58, becoming the first official wheelchair finisher in Boston and paving the way for more than 1,800 athletes to follow over the coming five decades. Bob’s pioneering effort helped distinguish Boston at the forefront of wheelchair racing, something that will be on full display as the world’s best square off at the front of the field. Among the notable returners in the wheelchair division are defending champions Marcel Hug and Eden Rainbow-Cooper, as well as American stars Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni. Paralympic champion Catherine Debrunner and fellow Swiss star Manuela Schär also will race.
Returning as open-division champions are Hellen Obiri and Sisay Lemma. Hellen looks to become the first woman since 1999 to win three consecutive Boston Marathon titles (something only four women have ever done) while Sisay will square off against two-time winner Evans Chebet and American Olympians Conner Mantz and Clayton Young.
Beyond the professionals, the 129th running of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America will feature athletes from more than 100 countries striving for personal bests, fundraising goals, and finisher medals. Every participant has a unique story that has led up to the moment of starting in Hopkinton, bound for Boylston Street. Joining them are 9,500 volunteers helping every step along the way, ensuring a positive and celebratory experience for Boston veterans and first-time marathoners alike. We’re proud to meet the moment and bring the magic of the marathon to life this and every Patriots’ Day.
The Boston Marathon wouldn’t be possible without the support of many state, local, and federal officials who coordinate public safety efforts from start to finish, as well as hundreds of thousands of spectators who line the course, energizing the eight cities and towns along the route. Thank you for making the marathon such a world-class event.
We hope that you enjoy the 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, and look forward to celebrating every athlete as they become Boston Marathoners.
Sincerely,
Dr. Cheri Blauwet Chair of the Board
Jack Fleming President & Chief Executive Officer
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ON THE COVER : Wheelchair Division stars Daniel Romanchuk (blue helmet) and Marcel Hug (silver helmet) are set to battle once again at the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. Hug is a seven-time winner, while Romanchuk has two Boston titles. PHOTO BY PHOTORUN
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
April 2025
Dear Friends:
On behalf of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Lieutenant Governor Kimberley Driscoll and I would like to welcome you to the 129th Boston Marathon.
Massachusetts is proud to be home to the most historic and prestigious annual marathons in the world. Every year on Patriots’ Day, the Boston Marathon draws in thousands of runners, wheelchair competitors and Para athletes from across the globe to race, starting at the streets of Hopkinton to Heartbreak Hill to the iconic finish line at Boylston Street.
This year, we honor and embrace the race's powerful theme of "Meet the Moment." Whether you're a runner, a volunteer, a spectator, or a supporter, the Boston Marathon is more than just a race—it's a celebration of resilience, community, and perseverance. As all prepare to gather on the iconic start line in Hopkinton, we honor the moments that define us: the dedication of every runner, the strength of every cheer, and the history of this legendary race. This is our moment to be part of something bigger.
This year, we are also excited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Boston Marathon's wheelchair division. Established in 1975 by Massachusetts native Bob Hall, over 1,800 wheelchair division athletes have crossed the finish line since its inception. We're thrilled to welcome all of the wheelchair competitors to the race this year, including the reigning Paralympic gold medalists.
We look forward to celebrating the 2025 Boston Marathon with over 30,000 racers, spanning 127 countries and all 50 states, including over 4,300 from our home state. We are thrilled to welcome back seasoned Boston Marathon runners and welcome new faces to Massachusetts. We're also thankful for the Boston Athletic Association for their continued efforts in facilitating a smooth and safe event for participants and spectators alike.
Lieutenant Governor Kimberley Driscoll and I want to commend all the runners, wheelchair competitors and Para athletes for this awe-inspiring achievement and thank everyone who chose to come to Massachusetts for this momentous event. We wish all the participants good luck and look forward to a safe, exciting and lively race. Please accept our best wishes to all in attendance today.
Sincerely,
Kimberley Driscoll Lieutenant Governor
Runners, Volunteers, Spectators, and Sponsors:
Welcome to the 129th Boston Marathon! For more than a century, the City has been proud to partner with the Boston Athletic Association to host the world’s oldest annual marathon.
This tradition is more than a race, it’s a celebration of everything we can accomplish through determination and resilience. And it’s an opportunity to honor all those we lost on April 15th twelve years ago. The tragedy we endured tested our sense of strength and community. But we came together in the spirit of resilience and perseverance. We declared April 15th of each year One Boston Day: an opportunity for all of us—residents and visitors alike—to perform acts of kindness and love for one another.
This year marks many important milestones in the history of our marathon and our city. 50 years ago, with Bob Hall successfully completing the 1975 race, the Boston Marathon became the first major marathon to establish a wheelchair division. Today, thanks to Bob Hall’s pioneering advocacy and inspiring performance, more than 1,800 wheelchair division athletes have finished the race.
2025 also marks 250 years since the beginning of our nation’s struggle for independence. Last Friday, we commemorated the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s Ride, a show of courage and the opening act of the American Revolution. And this Wednesday, we will commemorate the 60th anniversary of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Freedom Rally in Boston—when he led 20,000 people on a protest march from Roxbury to the Boston Common.
That’s why this year’s theme, “Meet the Moment” is so fitting. We become stronger when we choose to push ourselves—and each other—to take risks, to rise to challenges, and to test our limits. When you enter Boston, with less than two miles to go and the CITGO sign pointing you to the finish line, know that there are thousands of us waiting to congratulate you for having met this moment.
So as we fill the sidewalks holding up homemade posters, ringing cowbells, and cheering on the 32,500 racers—including defending champions, Olympians, and Paralympians—who are joining us from more than 125 countries and all 50 U.S. states, we do so in celebration of the months you have spent training and preparing for this day, for this moment.
To the 9,500 volunteers and the countless staff and supporters, thank you for showing us, year after year, just what is possible when we come together. And, of course, thank you to the B.A.A. and Bank of America for organizing such an incredible race. To all of this year’s racers, best of luck!
Sincerely,
Mayor Michelle Wu
City of Boston
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Dear Friends:
Welcome to the 129th running of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.
We are proud to, once again, join the Boston Athletic Association in welcoming athletes, volunteers, supporters, and fans from all over the world as they come together for this iconic event, as thousands take on the challenging and historic 26.2-mile course to achieve their goals and make a positive impact.
Last year—our first as presenting partner—we focused on making the 2024 Boston Marathon a success for the participants, for the philanthropic organizations supported by the race, and for the communities of eastern Massachusetts that play host to the marathon every year. The race confirmed the profound impact that the historic, annual event has on local economies and communities, and its ability to bring together the community with a spirit of giving. That spirit extends from Hopkinton to Boylston Street and throughout New England, helping to create a lasting effect year after year.
The marathon generated $509.1 million of economic impact for the region, according to an independent study. With a combined economic impact surpassing $1 billion, the Boston Marathon and Bank of America Chicago Marathon have been game-changers for their cities and surrounding communities, demonstrating that marathons are more than a race.
Fundraising athletes also raised a record $45.7 million for the 160 organizations that were part of the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program. And with an additional donation from an individual athlete, total funds raised for philanthropic causes clocked in at $71.9 million.
We know participating in a marathon takes hard work and dedication and long hours of training and preparation. We share your commitment and commend you for the work you’ve put in to achieve your goals.
As race day nears, we want to thank everyone who helps to make the Boston Marathon possible. It’s the athletes, philanthropic partners, volunteers, local businesses, city and state officials, and public safety personnel who make this race and its impact a success each spring.
On behalf of all my Bank of America teammates, it’s an honor to be a part of this again.
Good luck to all the athletes, and enjoy the race!
Sincerely,
Miceal Chamberlain President Bank of America Massachusetts
RUN THE NUMBERS.
Of the 8,206,239,946 humans on the planet, 500,000 of them will converge on Boston on the 21st day of 4th month of 2025. All here to celebrate 1 thing: The 30,000 runners taking on this year’s marathon. The same marathon that about 812,000 people have run since it began 128 years ago. (Now, for those keeping up, 26.2 miles multiplied by 812,000 is a whole lot of nipple chafing and enough steps to run rings around Earth about 800 times). And that’s all before we talk about the average 126 days of training and prep most runners put in before the starter’s gun even sounds. Or the 118 countries represented. Or the 8 Massachusetts cities traversed. Or the 232 mins that the average Boston runner takes to cross that line on Boylston street. But of all the numbers that count in the sport of running, it’s the smallest of them all that matters most. It’s the number 1 Not because of a desire to finish first, even though that’s always nice. But, instead, 1 represents the least measurable thing of all: connection. Because, whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned-pro, we’re all running this thing together. Every single 1 of us.
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50 YEARS
CELEBRATING FIVE DECADES OF WHEELCHAIR DIVISION HISTORY IN BOSTON
50 YEARS OF WHEELCHAIR
Since 1897, the Boston Marathon has witnessed pioneering feats, recordbreaking runs, and a fair share of memorable moments. Over the last 50 years, the wheelchair division has been a central part of the event’s fabric.
It all started with Eugene Roberts and Bob Hall. Roberts, a Vietnam War veteran who was wounded in combat, completed the 1970 Boston Marathon as an unofficial entrant, finishing at 6:07 p.m. Five years later, race official Will Cloney made a pledge to Hall: If he could complete the course in under three hours, Hall would
receive a coveted certificate recognizing him as the Boston Marathon's first official wheelchair finisher. Upon crossing the line in 2:58, Hall made history and laid the groundwork for nearly 2,000 athletes to compete over the coming five decades.
“This was a big deal,” said Hall when reflecting on the race years later. “It was a sign that things were going to be different. I wasn’t viewed as just a handicapped athlete in a wheelchair. The spectators sincerely recognized the physical achievement I was making.”
The Boston Marathon became the world’s
first major marathon to incorporate a wheelchair division. In the 50 years since, 1,880 athletes have finished as part of the wheelchair division, and the roads from Hopkinton to Boston have been a proving ground for Paralympic stars and worldrecord holders. Jean Driscoll and Ernst van Dyk, who have a combined 18 wins, quickly became Boston fan favorites in the 1990s and 2000s, helping give the division even more recognition and star power.
In 2021, Boston became the first Abbott World Marathon Major event to offer equal course record bonuses for open and
wheelchair divisions at $50,000 a piece. This year, Marcel Hug and Eden RainbowCooper will defend their titles, going up against perennial podium finishers Daniel Romanchuk (two-time winner) and Susannah Scaroni (2023 champion), as well as Paralympic champion and world-record holder Catherine Debrunner of Switzerland.
On Patriots’ Day, a field of more than 50 competitors will push from the starting line just after 9:00 a.m., marking five decades of progress and embarking on the next chapter of wheelchair division history in Boston.
WHEELCHAIR DIVISION FAST FACTS
FINISHERS OVER FIVE DECADES
3:22 AVERAGE MINUTES per mile pace for Manuela Schär’s women’s course record in 2017.
DID YOU KNOW: B.A.A. Board Chair Dr. Cheri Blauwet is a two-time Boston Marathon champion (2004 and 2005) and won seven Paralympic medals between the Sydney and Athens Paralympics
TIMES the men’s or women’s wheelchair races have been decided by less than a second. Most recently in 2017, Marcel Hug and Ernst van Dyk battled to the line, both finishing in 1:18:04.
SPEEDS OF
30-40
MILES PER HOUR are hit on the downhill sections of the course
STARPOWER SPOTLIGHT
THE PIONEERS: Bob Hall / Sharon Rahn
THE CHAMPS: Jean Driscoll / Ernst van Dyk
THE
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As the first official men’s and women’s finishers in history, Bob Hall (1975/2:58:00) and Sharon Rahn (1977/3:48:51) helped establish wheelchair racing in Boston. Both were not deterred by the hilly course or the basic equipment of the time.
With eight and 10 wins, respectively, Jean Driscoll and Ernst van Dyk became mainstays atop the podium, ushering a new era of speed. Both routinely set course records en route to becoming the most decorated athletes in Boston Marathon history.
Swiss sensations Marcel Hug and Manuela Schär are the current course record holders, having Boston bests of 1:15:33 and 1:28:17. Both will be competing this year. Hug set his record in 2024, while Schär’s Boston best came in 2017.
Paralympic medalists Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni aren’t just Boston Marathon champions. They’ve also broken the tape at the Boston 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. Scaroni won Boston in 2023 despite a loose wheel, and Romanchuk has prevailed in Boston twice. Tatyana McFadden also has five Boston wins!
THE INTERNATIONAL STARS: Eden Rainbow-Cooper / Catherine Debrunner
Britain’s Eden Rainbow-Cooper burst onto the scene in 2024, winning her first Major in Boston before qualifying for the Paralympic Games. She returns to defend her title, and will be up against Paralympic Marathon gold medalist Catherine Debrunner of Switzerland. Debrunner is making her Boston debut.
THE NEXT GENERATION: Delmace Mayo / Maddie Wilson
Massachusetts youth stars Delmace Mayo (Jamaica Plain) and Maddie Wilson (Auburn) have long been competing at B.A.A. Distance Medley events and are ones to watch. Both have their eyes set on 26.2 miles in the near future, with Mayo set to complete the marathon this year!
RECORD HOLDERS: Marcel Hug / Manuela Schär
AMERICANS: Daniel Romanchuk / Susannah Scaroni / Tatyana McFadden
A Star-Studded Lineup
Professional Open Division to feature athletes from 20 countries, including Olympic medalists, Boston champions, and top American talent, while Hellen Obiri and Sisay Lemma return to defend titles.
Hellen Obiri (Kenya) and Sisay Lemma (Ethiopia) will return to defend their Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America titles, headlining a field that includes 21 sub-2:09 men and 17 sub-2:23 women. Obiri seeks to become the first woman to three-peat since Fatuma Roba did so from 1997-1999.
In addition to two consecutive wins on the streets of Boston, Obiri earned a bronze medal at the Olympic Marathon in Paris and was runner-up at the TCS New York City Marathon in November. Sisay’s 2:01:38 lifetime best ranks fastest among the men’s field, and his winning margin last April was 41 seconds.
HELLEN OBIRI RETURNS, AIMING FOR HISTORIC THREE-PEAT
Only four women have won three consecutive Boston Marathon Open Division titles: Bobbi Gibb, Sara Mae Berman, Uta Pippig, and Fatuma Roba. Trying to prevent Obiri’s three-peat will be a host of international and U.S. stars. Ethiopia’s Amane Beriso and Yalemzerf Yehualaw have the fastest lifetimes bests in the field (2:14:58 and 2:16:52, respectively) with Beriso finishing second in 2023 and serving as the reigning world champion. Also from Ethiopia is 2023 Sydney Marathon runner-up Rahma Tusa and Buze Diriba, fourth at Boston and Chicago last year.
“Defending a win is never easy, and to
win the Boston Marathon twice in a row was hard, but I am happy to have done it,” said Obiri. “On race day, I will again push for the win and hope to make it three in a row.”
Toughness and experience are often rewarded in Boston, and Kenya’s Edna Kiplagat, Sharon Lokedi, Irine Cheptai, Viola Chepngeno, and Mary NgugiCooper have just that. Kiplagat is a two-time Boston winner (2017 and 2021); Lokedi was second last year in Boston and fourth at the Olympic Marathon in Paris; Cheptai has earned four medals at the World Cross Country Championships; Chepngeno won the Boston Half in 2022;
Sisay Lemma and Hellen Obiri
and Ngugi-Cooper has five top 10 finishes in Boston. Together with Obiri and 2012 winner Sharon Cherop, the Kenyan contingent is perhaps the deepest in race history.
Speaking of champions, 2018 Boston Marathon champion Des Linden will line up in Hopkinton for the 12th time,
headlining the fastest ever U.S. women’s squad assembled in Boston, which includes 14 athletes with sub-2:26 personal bests. Joining Linden will be Dakotah Popehn, 12th at the 2024 Olympic Marathon; Keira D’Amato, the former American marathon record holder; Emma Bates, top American at the last
WOMENS OPEN FIELD CHALLENGERS
Hellen Obiri
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:21:38 (Boston, 2023)
2-time Defending Boston Champ
Irine Cheptai
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:17:51 (Chicago, 2024) 2017 World Cross Country Gold
Keira D’Amato USA
PERSONAL BEST:
2:19:12 (Houston, 2022)
Former American Record Holder
Amane Beriso
Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST: 2:14:58 (Valencia, 2022) 2023 World Champion
Viola Chepngeno Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:23:23 (Capetown, 2024) 2022 Boston Half Champ
Emma Bates USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:22:10 (Boston, 2023)
2-time Top American at Boston
Yalemzerf Yehualaw Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST: 2:16:52 (Amsterdam, 2024)
2022 London Winner
Mary Ngugi-Cooper
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:20:22 (London, 2022) 2nd in 2021 and 3rd in '22 at Boston
Jessica McClain USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:25:46 (Orlando, 2024)
4th at Olympic Trials Marathon
two Bostons; Jessica McClain, fourth at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials in both the marathon and 10,000m; Sara Hall, national master’s record holder; Sara Vaughn, top American at the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon; and Lindsay Flanagan, ninth at the 2023 World Championships.
Rahma Tusa
Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST: 2:19:33 (Houston, 2024) 2024 Houston Winner
Sharon Lokedi Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:22:45 (Boston, 2024) Runner-up in 2024
Sara Hall USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:20:32 (Chandler, 2020)
U.S. Masters Record Holder
Buze Diriba Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST: 2:20:22 (Chicago, 2024) 4th at Boston last year
Desiree Linden USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:22:38 (Boston, 2011) 2018 Boston Champion
Sara Vaughn USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:23:24 (Chicago, 2023)
Top American at 2024 New York City
Edna Kiplagat
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:19:50 (London, 2012)
2-time Boston Winner
Dakotah Popehn
USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:24:40 (Chicago, 2023) 12th at 2024 Olympic Marathon
Lindsay Flanagan USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:23:31 (Chicago, 2024) 9th at Boston in 2019
MENS OPEN FIELD CHALLENGERS
Sisay Lemma
Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST:
2:01:48 (Velencia, 2023)
Defending Champion
CJ Albertson
USA
PERSONAL BEST:
2:08:17 (Chicago, 2024)
Top American at Boston in 2024
Yemane Haileselassie
Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST: 2:08:25 (Houston, 2025) Won 2024 Boston Half
Evans Chebet
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST:
2:03:00 (Velencia, 2020)
2-time Boston Champion
Cybrian Kotut
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:03:22 (Berlin, 2024)
2nd at 2024 Berlin Marathon
Lelisa Desisa
Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST: 2:04:45 (Dubai, 2013)
2-time Boston Champion
John Korir
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST:
2:02:44 (Chicago, 2024)
2024 Chicago Champion
Haymanot Alew
Ethiopia
PERSONAL BEST:
2:03:31 (Berlin, 2024)
3rd at 2024 Berlin Marathon
Barry Keane
Ireland
PERSONAL BEST: DEBUT
B.A.A. High Performance Team
Albert Korir
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST:
2:06:57 (NYC, 2023)
5th place at 2024 Boston
Daniel Mateiko
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:04:24 (Velencia, 2024)
3rd at 2024 Valencia Marathon
Zach Panning
USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:09:16 (Chicago, 2024) 6th at 2024 Olympic Trials
Conner Mantz
USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:07:47 (Chicago, 2023)
8th at 2024 Olympic Marathon
Victor Kiplangat
Uganda
PERSONAL BEST: 2:05:09 (Hamburg, 2022) 2023 World Champion
Colin Bennie
USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:09:38 (Chandler, 2020)
Mass. Native, Top American at Boston 2021
I was very happy after winning the Boston
Clayton Young
USA
PERSONAL BEST:
2:08:00 (Chicago, 2023)
9th at 2024 Olympic Marathon
Abel Kipchumba
Kenya
PERSONAL BEST: 2:06:49 (Berlin, 2022) Won 2023 Boston Half
Reed Fischer USA
PERSONAL BEST: 2:10:14 (Chicago, 2024) 9th at 2024 Olympic Trials
Marathon
last year, and in 2025 I know it will be an even bigger challenge to win again.
— REIGNING CHAMPION SISAY LEMMA
SISAY LEMMA LOOKING TO REPEAT RUNAWAY 2024 WIN
Five of the top seven men’s finishers from last year’s Boston Marathon return, led by reigning champion Sisay Lemma. Many of Lemma’s challengers a year ago are ready for Round 2.
"I was very happy after winning the Boston Marathon last year, and in 2025 I know it will be an even bigger challenge to win again,” said Lemma. “I was unlucky, because of an injury, not to be able to participate at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, and I was not completely ready at the Valencia Marathon last December, but I will be 100% ready next April, because the Boston Marathon is a special event.”
Kenya’s Evans Chebet, the two-time Boston Marathon champion who was third in 2024, is back, as are 2024 fourthand fifth-place finishers John Korir and Albert Korir. John Korir—winner of the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon—is the brother of 2012 Boston champion Wesley Korir
A strong U.S. men’s group will match the depth of the U.S. women’s field. Olympic marathoners Conner Mantz and Clayton Young will lead the American charge. Mantz and Young come off eighth- and ninth-place finishes at the 2024 Olympic Marathon, and each finished in the top 10 at the 2024 TCS
New York City Marathon. Mantz’s lone Boston finish was 11th in 2023, though he has lowered his personal best to 2:08:12 in the years since. Last year’s top-USA finisher (seventh overall) CJ Albertson is Mr. Consistency, having run five marathons between 2:08:17 and 2:10:57 in 2024. Zach Panning, Nathan Martin, Reed Fischer, and Colin Bennie— all of whom finished in the top 10 at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon—are entered.
Cybrian Kotut and Haymanot Alew were second and third at last fall’s Berlin Marathon and bring speed to the table, both with lifetime bests under 2:04.
Daniel Mateiko of Kenya is a 58:17 half marathoner making his Boston debut, while Victor Kiplangat (the reigning world champion) seeks to become the first Ugandan to win Boston. Not to be forgotten are 2023 and 2024 Boston Half winners Abel Kipchumba and Yemane Haileselassie, nor cross-country ace Muktar Edris, who’ll race his first marathon. Two-time Boston Marathon winner Lelisa Desisa of Ethiopia, whose last finish in Boston came in 2019, aims to be at the front of the field. Tanzania’s Alphonce Felix Simbu enters Boston coming off a fourth-place, 2:04:38 finish at last month’s Valencia Marathon.
NUMEROUS CHAMPIONS RETURN IN PARA ATHLETICS DIVISIONS
Athletes from six countries will compete across seven Para Athletics Divisions in Boston, with top finishers earning prize money and awards. Among the men’s champions returning are El Amin Chentouf (Morocco, T12 vision impairment), Marko Cheseto Lemtukei (USA, T62/T64; T42/ T44 lower-limb impairment), Atsbha Gebremeskel (Ethiopia, T45-T47 upperlimb impairment), Thomas Cantara (USA, T20 intellectual impairment), and Andrew Thorsen (USA, T13 vision impairment). Chentouf, Cheseto Lemtukei, and Cantara hold event records for their respective classifications. New to Boston will be T12 Paralympic Marathon gold medalist Wajdi Boukhili of Tunisia. Richard Whitehead MBE (Great Britain), the decorated fourtime Paralympic medalist sprinter-turnedprolific marathoner, will race in the T62/ T64, T42/T44 Division seeking his first Boston title.
Kelly Bruno (T62/T64; T42/T44 lowerlimb impairment) and Cristina Burbach (T35-T38 coordination impairment), both course record holders, are back to lead the women’s field, and will be joined by Paralympic swimmer and triathlete Melissa Stockwell (T43/T61/T63, lowerlimb impairment).
Melissa Stockwell
Thomas Cantara
Marko Cheseto Lemtukel
250th Patriots’ Day
The Boston Marathon's connection to Patriots’ Day goes all the way back to 1897.
IN 1896, it was a group of American Olympians from the Boston Athletic Association who aimed to create a long-distance footrace to bring people together in the spirit of athletic excellence. They chose a 24.5-mile course leading to Boston, finishing in Back Bay.
At the time it wasn’t just called the Boston Marathon—it was the AMERICAN MARATHON. And it was held on Patriots’ Day, April 19, 1897.
← Five B.A.A. athletes competed in track and field at the first modern Olympic Games, earning six firstplace medals. B.A.A. coach John Graham and Tom Burke returned home inspired to create a marathon in Boston.
Above: “The First Fight for Independence, Lexington Common,” April 19th, 1775. By William Barnes Wollen (1857-1936). The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War.
Running through seven cities and towns, west to east, the initial marathon served as the culmination of the B.A.A. Games track meet and part of the patriotic holiday. Every year since (except for the pandemic-affected 2020 and 2021 races), the Boston Marathon has been run on Patriots’ Day.
What is Patriots’ Day?
Traditionally the third Monday in April, it is a holiday in six states celebrating the inaugural battles of the American Revolution, which happened right here in Massachusetts. Moments in American history like the Battles of Lexington & Concord, the Shot Heard Round the World, the midnight ride of Paul Revere, and militiamen are tied to Patriots’ Day. The day is a holiday in Massachusetts, Maine, Florida, Wisconsin, Connecticut, and North Dakota.
What’s special about 2025?
In 2025, we celebrate 250 years since the American Revolution began with the Battles of Lexington & Concord, when Boston became the birthplace of Americana. As part of the anniversary, numerous events and commemorations are in store for Greater Boston. Be on the lookout for red, white, and blue surprises over race weekend.
What else happens on Patriots’ Day?
Beyond the Boston Marathon, there are a few annual Patriots’ Day traditions.
The Boston Red Sox have an early start at Fenway Park (11:10 a.m.) hosting the Chicago White Sox, and American Revolution reenactments are held throughout Greater Boston.
Have the Marathon and Patriots’ Day always been on Monday?
No! From 1897 through 1968, the Boston Marathon was always held on April 19—regardless of the day of the week—
unless the 19th fell on a Sunday. For 72 years, the race was run at noon on Mondays through Saturdays.
In 1969, the holiday was officially recognized as the third Monday in April as opposed to the 19th, and it’s been on a Monday ever since.
The last champion to win before the switch to Mondays was Amby Burfoot, claiming the 1968 title on a Friday.
The inaugural Boston Marathon (then called the American Marathon) was run on April 19, 1897. The course ran from Ashland to Boston for a distance of 24.5 miles, with 15 starters and only 10 finishers. This early photo of the Boston Marthon starting line is circa 1912. The race was extended to its current distance of 26.2 miles in 1924.
A rainy Patriots’ Day didn't diminish Des Linden's enthusiasm after her 2018 marathon win.
Charities Giving Back
Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program
This year, 176 organizations are part of the 2025 Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program, raising funds for worthy causes ahead of this year’s race.
The Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program provides invitational entries into the Boston Marathon to select nonprofit organizations. Comprising almost 10% of the total field size, organizations utilize entries to recruit athletes who pledge to raise funds for their cause.
“We often say that the Boston Marathon is more than a road race; it’s an uplifting
community event that unites, and for 176 nonprofit organizations it is an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for meaningful causes,” said Jack Fleming, B.A.A. president and CEO. “As we look ahead to April and the 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, we are eager to celebrate and support these partners and their runners as they gear up for Patriots’ Day.”
In 2024, the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program reached a new record fundraising level of $45.7 million. The total philanthropic impact of last year’s race tallied $71.9 million raised.
Since the Official Charity Program’s inception in 1989, more than $550 million has been raised surrounding the Boston Marathon.
“Every year, the Boston Marathon combines the power of sport with the spirit of giving to create an unparalleled impact for organizations and communities who need it most,” said David Tyrie, chief digital officer and chief marketing officer for Bank of America. “While the marathon is just one day, the work of these organizations and the runners who support them are reasons to celebrate every day.”
Nearly 3,200 athletes will be fundraising on Patriots’ Day this year, supporting more than 170 organizations.
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50 Legs in 50 Days
Abby Mac Foundation
Achilles International – Boston
A Leg Forever Foundation
ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s
Research Hospital
Alzheimer's Association
MA/NH Chapter
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Massachusetts Chapter
American Heart Association
American Liver Foundation
American Red Cross
Back On My Feet
Bay Cove Human Services, Inc.
Bay State Games
Best Buddies Massachusetts & Rhode Island
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Big Sister Association of Greater Boston
Black Girls RUN! Foundation
Boston Athletic Academy Inc.
Boston Athletic Association
Boston Bruins Foundation
Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center, Inc.
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
Boston MedFlight
Boston Medical Center
Boston Scores
Boston Theater Company
Bottom Line
Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence
Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston
Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester
Brain Aneurysm Foundation
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Brittany Fund for Trauma and Recovery
Camp Casco
Camp Harbor View Foundation
Camp Shriver at UMass Boston
Cardinal Cushing Centers
Caring for a Cure
Casa Myrna Vasquez, Inc.
Cathleen Stone Island
Outward Bound School
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
Colins Joy Project Inc
Community Rowing, Inc.
Cops For Kids with Cancer, Inc.
Corey C. Griffin Foundation
Cradles to Crayons
CYCLE Kids Inc.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dave McGillivray Finish Strong Foundation
David Ortiz Children's Fund
DetecTogether
Doc Wayne Youth Services
Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism
Dream Big!
Ellie Fund
Esplanade Association
Every Mother Counts
Expect Miracles Foundation
FamilyAid Boston
Family Reach
Fast Feet Running and Athletics, Inc.
Fenway Health
Fisher House Boston
Franciscan Children's Hospital
Girls on the Run Greater Boston
Golf Fights Cancer
Good Sports
Gronk Nation Youth Foundation
Hale Education, Inc.
Healthworks Community Fitness
Herren Project
Homes For Our Troops
HomeStart, Inc.
Horizons for Homeless Children
House of Possibilities
IMPACT Melanoma
In My Running Shoes
InnerCity Weightlifting
JDRF Greater New England
Joe Andruzzi Foundation
John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton
Journey Forward
Light Foundation
Lingzi Foundation
Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress
Massachusetts General Hospital
Mass Eye and Ear
Mass Mentoring Partnership
Matt Brown Foundation
McLean Hospital
MEB Foundation
MetroWest YMCA
Minds Matter Boston
Muscular Dystrophy Association
National Braille Press
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition: MA Chapter
New England Center and Home for Veterans
New England Patriots Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Next Step
Officer Sean A. Collier
Memorial Fund, Inc.
One Mission
One Summit Inc.
One World Strong Foundation
Pine Street Inn
Project Hope Boston
Project Purple
Rebekah's Angels Foundation
Red Sox Foundation
Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England
Rosie's Place
Roxbury Community College Foundation
Samaritans, Inc.
Semper Fi & America's Fund
SG United Foundation
Silver Lining Mentoring
South Boston Neighborhood House
South Shore Health
(South Shore Hospital, Inc.)
Spaulding Rehabilitation
Special Olympics Massachusetts
Spoonfuls
Sportsmen's Tennis & Enrichment Center
Squashbusters
Stride for Stride
TargetCancer Foundation
Team IMPACT
Tedy's Team
Tenacity, Inc.
The3PointFoundation, Inc.
The ALS Association
The Bill Belichick Foundation
The Born to Run Foundation, Inc.
The Boston Bulldogs Running Club
The Boston Foundation,
Krystle Campbell Memorial Fund
The Boston Police Foundation, Inc.
The Cam Neely Foundation
The Children's Room
The Dimock Center
The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation
The Greater Boston Food Bank, Inc.
The Heather Abbott Foundation
The Home for Little Wanderers
The Hoyt Foundation
The James Gang
The Kita Center, dba Camp Kita
The Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society
The McCourt Foundation
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
The Michael Lisnow Respite Center
The Multiple Myeloma Research
Foundation
The New England Center for Children
The Play Ball Foundation
The Play Brigade
The Progeria Research Foundation
The ReM.A.R.C.able Foundation
Network
The Sports Museum
The Stephen C. Rose Legacy Foundation
The Webb Norden Foundation
Trinity Boston Connects
Tufts Medical Center
Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
UMass Chan Medical School
Foundation
United Service Organizations Incorporated (USO)
Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation
Walker, Inc.
West End House Boys & Girls Club
Women's Lunch Place
World Central Kitchen
YMCA of Greater Boston
Youth Enrichment Services (YES)
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FUNDRAISING RUNNER SPOTLIGHT
Jeff Miles — New Delhi, India — Brain Aneurysm Foundation
Jeff suffered three strokes in 2009 while working in the Philippines, and since then has taught himself how to walk, feed himself, and run again. Now he’s giving back to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.
“I couldn’t be prouder to be playing my part in raising funds to find ways to stop aneurysms affecting any other family the way mine has been,” said Jeff, who is currently stationed at the U.S. Embassy in India. “I worked so hard to get (to Boston) that I decided early on I would savor every second on that wonderful course.
I meet people along the way, embrace the crowds, and love seeing each of the towns we pass through.
“I had to go through a lot to be where I am today, and the more money I can raise for the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, the more research that will be supported and hopefully more lives will be saved. With determination, you can get through everything.
“I was told I would never walk again, but here I am running the Boston Marathon! Boston Strong means so much to me.”
FUNDRAISING RUNNER SPOTLIGHT
Kelly Dwyer — Bridgewater, MA — Boston MedFlight
Boston MedFlight means the world to Kelly, and came to the rescue in January 2023 during a family emergency.
“On a regular Saturday morning, my mom went into sudden cardiac arrest. My son Brody—who was seven years old at the time—became a superhero as he raced to get my brother and unlock the front door
for the Abington Fire Department so my brother and dad could focus on giving my mom CPR,” she recalls.
“Abington emergency responders were incredible and got her to our local hospital. Her condition quickly declined, and she needed specialized assistance. This was when Boston MedFlight stepped in. Facing awful winter weather and a dangerous ride, they worked tirelessly to stabilize my mom
and safely transported her to Tufts, where after many weeks on life support my mom made a miraculous recovery.”
Kelly’s mom is now healthier than ever, and enjoying time with her family.
“I am excited to have this opportunity to give back to one of the teams who helped her, as she is just one of the many lives and loved ones saved by Boston MedFlight.”
Economic Impact Soars to New Heights
LAST FALL, the Boston Athletic Association and Meet Boston released an independent economic impact report conducted by the Economic and Public Policy Research group at the University of Massachusetts Donahue Institute, commissioned to review the direct impact of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.
Findings highlighted a $509.1 million economic impact for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from last year’s race— the highest in event history.
“The Boston Marathon is more than just a race; it’s a powerful driver that shines a spotlight on the Greater Boston area, attracting visitors and showcasing our city’s rich history, vibrant culture,
and diverse communities," said Martha J. Sheridan, president and CEO of Meet Boston. “Each year, it brings people together from across the globe, expanding the impact of tourism and enhancing our competitiveness. This iconic race fosters a sense of unity and purpose for all the domestic and international visitors that come to spectate or participate.”
Both athletes and spectators were surveyed to understand areas of spending, including retail, food and beverage, and lodging. Marathon weekend includes more than the race on Patriots’ Day. The B.A.A. hosts the Boston 5K with 10,000 participants, an invitational mile for both students and professional runners, the Bank of America Boston Marathon Expo, Boston Marathon Fan
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The Boston Athletic Association organizes and holds one of the most iconic road races in the world: the Boston Marathon. This event attracts thousands of participants along with their friends and family, spectators, event staff, and volunteers. The marathon provides a showcase event for the city and creates economic opportunities for businesses throughout the region.
NEW YEAR, NEW EMBLEM
Fest presented by DICK'S Sporting Goods, and the Boston Marathon Post-Race Party presented by Samuel Adams. Additionally, sponsors and other adjacent brands provide activities throughout Greater Boston.
“The B.A.A. and Bank of America are honored to put on this world-class race, in partnership with the business and hospitality industry. The marathon and supporting events prove to be a net positive for our economy, region, and most importantly, the towns and cities that the Boston Marathon runs through,” said Dr. Cheri Blauwet, chair of the board at the B.A.A.
“The race continues to be a catalyst for growth through its economic and charitable impact, enriching local communities, and inspiring a lifelong passion for running and sport. Its enduring impacts extend far beyond race day, supporting local businesses, highlighting our communities, and encouraging active lifestyles. We are deeply proud to carry on the tradition of this race each year, while continuing to reflect who we are today.”
ON THE OCCASION of Global Running Day 2024, the B.A.A. unveiled a new emblem for the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. The Boston Marathon’s iconic unicorn symbol has evolved into a forward-facing, athletic unicorn symbolizing the B.A.A.’s running future.
“As we continue to evolve as an organization, the new emblem symbolizes this forward movement with our partners and reinforces our dedication to our mission of promoting healthy lifestyles for generations to come,” said Jack Fleming, president and CEO of B.A.A. “We are
fortunate to be able to provide a platform for so many incredible participants and nonprofit organizations to raise life-changing funds for the community every year. The power of our collective work is how we can maximize our reach in the years ahead.”
Learn About the B.A.A.
MISSION: Established in 1887, the Boston Athletic Association is a nonprofit organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running.
VISION: The Boston Athletic Association is committed to a world where all people can access and benefit from running and an active lifestyle.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
• Present and preserve the World’s Greatest Marathon
• Immediately accelerate the delivery of the B.A.A. mission through new and evolved events and programming
• Implement a comprehensive community strategy
• Lead, grow, strengthen, and develop the Sport of Running
MAKING AN IMPACT
The B.A.A. works to enrich our community through diverse year-round events and programming, which extend far beyond the iconic Boston Marathon. With events like the Boston 5K, 10K, Half, and youth and community races, the B.A.A. fosters an inclusive environment that promotes fitness, wellness, and community spirit. Our programming supports local initiatives, empowering runners of all ages, levels, and backgrounds to engage in physical activity and further the B.A.A.’s mission. Our year-long commitment to youth development helps to ensure a lasting positive impact on future generations, encouraging a lifelong love of running and healthy living.
Beyond the Marathon, here’s a sampling of where you can find us year-round!
Boston Running Collaborative Youth Track Meets
Inspiring the next generation of athletes, five free track and field meets were held for more than 500 youths, providing a chance to try running, jumping, and throwing in a fun environment.
Boston
Each year the B.A.A. and City of Boston hosts a championship race at Franklin Park for middle schoolers. In 2024, 14 schools and 400 youths participated!
B.A.A. Running Club
For runners of all ages and abilities looking to improve their fitness, the B.A.A. Running Club features more than 300 athletes. Community and engagement are part of the fabric of the B.A.A. Running Club, meeting weekly for training runs (and social gatherings) in Greater Boston and at races throughout New England.
Boston’s Marathoners Program
Through the BRC, Boston’s Marathoners Program, and in combination with the City of Boston’s CommUnity Runs Boston Program, individuals representing Boston’s diverse neighborhoods and who are active in the Boston running community were selected by their peers to represent their hometown in the 129th Boston Marathon.
B.A.A. Neighborhood Fitness Series presented by Boston Children’s Hospital
More than 1,000 participants took part in the 2023/2024 series, with free walk/runs hosted in Roxbury, Franklin Park, Mattapan, East Boston, Carson Beach, and Dorchester.
Middle School Cross-Country Championships
Boston Athletic Association and The Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center at Roxbury Community College Announce Partnership
B.A.A. to invest more than $1 million to improve programming and opportunities in Boston’s iconic athletic facility
The Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center (RLTAC) at Roxbury Community College and the Boston Athletic Association announced a groundbreaking multi-year partnership advancing athletic programming and opportunities at the Roxbury athletic facility. A financial contribution over four years, combined with fundraising potential provided by the B.A.A. through Boston Marathon entries, may exceed $1.3 million.
“The B.A.A.’s mission focuses on the promotion of healthy lifestyles through sport, especially running, and there’s no better way to support this than partnering with the RLTAC, which has been a valuable athletic hub for the Boston community since 1995,” said Jack Fleming, president and
CEO of the B.A.A. “As we look towards the future, we are focused on providing everyone—no matter their experience level, background, or age—a chance to participate and take part in athletics at the RLTAC. These funds are aimed at enhancing The Reggie’s schedule of activities and opportunities across a variety of sports.”
The RLTAC annually hosts more than 100 events and features year-round programming for athletes across many sports, from track and field to basketball, senior programming, and fitness and wellness classes. The announcement marked the official start of the RLTAC’s 30th anniversary fundraising campaign, with a goal of raising $5 million to support the institution.
Stephen Chan, Sheriff Steve Tompkins, Michael Turner, Jack Fleming, Dr. Jonathan K. Jefferson, and Rep. Chynah Tyler help kick off the B.A.A. and Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center’s partnership.
The Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center features athletics year-round, from youth to senior participants.
This year’s Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America theme is “Meet the Moment.” The Boston Marathon is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of resilience, community, and perseverance. As we prepare to gather on the iconic start line in Hopkinton, we honor the moments that define us: the dedication of every runner, the strength of every cheer, and the history of this legendary race. This is your moment to be part of something bigger, and together, we will meet it.
BOSTON by the Numbers
(Data as of March 1, 2025)
32,323 Entrants | 9,500 Volunteers | 50 U.S. States | 129 Countries
FINISH STREAKS:
55 YEARS: Mark Bauman of Michigan is going for No. 56 in a row on Patriots’ Day. He finished in 6:01:28 last year.
38 YEARS: California's Patty Hung aims for her 39th consecutive finish to extend the women’s record. She clocked a time of 5:51:05 last year.
$45 million ESTIMATED TO BE RAISED FOR CHARITY
19,580 athletes will be running their first B.A.A. race
18 years, 1 day: 86 years, 4 months, 11 days:
Youngest Entrant > Annabel Silbersher of New York
Oldest Entrant > Robert Holliday of Florida
$500 million+
ESTIMATED ECONOMIC IMPACT ON GREATER BOSTON COMMUNITY
500,000+ Spectators
Runners From Around the Globe
Residents of 129 countries are entered in the field. Here’s a breakdown of the top countries by number of participants.
MOST
Climate Crew
Supporting the Boston Marathon’s sustainability initiatives and making a difference on race day is the inaugural Climate Crew team—100 Boston Marathoners raising funds and awareness for sustainability.
Athletes who are part of the Climate Crew pledged to fundraise a minimum of $1,500, which goes towards supporting the Boston Marathon’s ongoing sustainability initiatives. This includes reducing the carbon footprint of the event by way of R.E.C. purchases or carbon offsetting (under guidance of Schneider Electric and Blue Strike Environmental), and purchases of reusable or sustainability-focused products or services.
Thank you, Climate Crew!
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Speedy Sisters
In this year’s professional field are a pair of sisters, Lindsay and Kaylee Flanagan. The Boulder-based duo came to Boston to train on the snowy course in January, celebrating Lindsay’s birthday with a long run from Hopkinton to Boston. Lindsay finished ninth at Boston in 2019, while Kaylee was the top finisher in the open wave race in 2022. Their marathon personal bests are 2:23:31 and 2:34:03, respectively.
Favorite Boston memory?
❛❛ 2019, coming down Boylston, finishing 9th, and Kaylee was standing right at the finish line for that moment.❜❜
– Lindsay
❛❛ That’s my favorite memory too, seeing Lindsay excited, pumped-up finishing inside the top 10. We hope for another time like that this year. ❜❜
– Kaylee
One piece of advice for Boston marathoners
❛❛ For everyone’s first time, really practice self-control on the downhills. You’re going to be feeling so good, there’s so much energy, it’s so exciting. But just be patient. ❜❜
– Lindsay
❛❛ Practice hills. That’s helpful when you hit Heartbreak Hill; you have that momentum to get over it and head to the finish.” ❜❜
– Kaylee
IN MEMORIAM
The Boston Marathon remembers those we’ve lost in recent months.
Lindsay Flanagan Kaylee Flanagan
Jim Knaub –5-time Wheelchair Division Champion
Al Trautwig –Former TV Voice of the Boston Marathon
Jerome Drayton –1977 Men’s Open Division Champion
Matt Carpenter –38-year Volunteer Team Captain & Organizing Committee Member
THIS
YEAR’S BOSTON MARATHON AMBASSADORS are 1975 Champions Bill Rodgers and Bob Hall. Bill won his first of four Boston titles 50 years ago, setting a then-course and American record of 2:09:55. What made his record even more impressive was that he stopped five times—four times for water and once to tie his shoe.
Learn more about Bob Hall’s pioneering finish as the first Boston Marathon Wheelchair champion on page 22.
Radcliffe’s Return
Former world-record holder and winner in London, Chicago, and New York City, Paula Radcliffe is heading to Boston to earn her Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star Medal.
SIX STAR STATS:
Total Six Star Finishers: 20,125 Nations represented: 133 Runners with just one star to go:
12,619
PAULA RADCLIFFE IS BACK. This time, her mission is very different to the goals she was chasing, and often achieving, at the zenith of her glittering career.
A decade after waving farewell in emotionally charged scenes on The Mall in London, Radcliffe has returned with new aims: to complete the Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star journey, and to support a cause close to her heart.
Radcliffe, whose 2:15:25 marathon world record stood for over 16 years, remains an icon in marathon running, but the Six Star medal has been out there teasing her for a while, watching on as the likes of Edna Kiplagat, Deena Kastor, and Joan Benoit Samuelson claimed theirs in recent years.
“It’s always been a bucket list goal,” she says.
“If you're a marathoner and you experience how special the camaraderie is in that marathon family, you want to do the six stars, so I had it in the back of my mind.
“I'd kind of pushed it a little bit, I guess, in terms of wanting to retire on my terms and run in London that last time in 2015, and so it's taken me a while to get to the point where I'm like, ‘You know what? Maybe my foot can do this,’ and it won't take away from that ability to get out and run every day, which is what I love doing, so it was finding that balance.
“It was also about trying to fit it in around life, and because I commentate, and I love doing that side of it as well with the BBC athletics team.
“Tokyo often clashes with indoor champs, whether it's European indoors or world indoors, and it didn't this year, and Boston is the Monday before London rather than the Monday afterwards. So I felt like the stars aligned a little bit.”
And so with four stars down—including world records and wins in London and
Average Six Star Finisher time: 4:02:44
Chicago—Tokyo was knocked off in March before all eyes turned to Boston.
Radcliffe’s daughter, Isla, is preparing for her first marathon in London. As a junior ambassador for Children with Cancer U.K., Isla’s journey is particularly meaningful. She overcame childhood cancer and is now inspired to run, too. “I’m so proud of her,” Radcliffe says, recognizing the generational bond that running has created in her family. “She’s inspired by the atmosphere and wants to be part of that experience.”
2025 Six Star Hopefuls in Boston: 1,429
1st
1st
1st
City: 1st
New York City: 1st
New York City: 4th 2011
Berlin: 3rd
In the build-up to her comeback and Isla’s debut, Radcliffe has been dispensing advice on her own podcast with fellow former elite runner Chris Thompson, offering insights for marathon runners in training, but in Boston the focus will return to her own efforts, and securing that medal while experiencing the marathon from a different perspective.
“This is a chance to enjoy the marathon in a different way,” she says. “To be part of a global family and give back to the sport that’s given me so much.”
Radcliffe’s Majors record
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BOSTON MARATHON CHAMPIONS
MEN'S OPEN DIVISION
2024 Sisay Lemma 33 Ethiopia 2:06:17
2023 Evans Chebet 34 Kenya 2:05:54
2022 Evans Chebet 33 Kenya 2:06:51
2021 Benson Kipruto 30 Kenya 2:09:51
2019 Lawrence Cherono 30 Kenya 2:07:57
2018 Yuki Kawauchi 31 Japan 2:15:58
2017 Geoffrey Kirui 24 Kenya 2:09:37
2016 Lemi Berhanu Hayle 21 Ethiopia 2:12:45
2015 Lelisa Desisa 25 Ethiopia 2:09:17
2014 Meb Keflezighi 38 California 2:08:37
2013 Lelisa Desisa 23 Ethiopia 2:10:22
2012 Wesley Korir 29 Kenya 2:12:40
2011 Geoffrey Mutai 29 Kenya 2:03:02*
2010 Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot 21 Kenya 2:05:52
2009 Deriba Merga 28 Ethiopia 2:08:42
2008 Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot 29 Kenya 2:07:46
2007 Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot 28 Kenya 2:14:13
2006 Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot 27 Kenya 2:07:14
2005 Hailu Negussie 25 Ethiopia 2:11:45
2004 Timothy Cherigat 27 Kenya 2:10:37
2003 Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot 24 Kenya 2:10:11
2002 Rodgers Rop 26 Kenya 2:09:02
2001 Lee Bong-Ju 30 South Korea 2:09:43
2000 Elijah Lagat 33 Kenya 2:09:47
1999 Joseph Chebet 28 Kenya 2:09:52
1998 Moses Tanui 32 Kenya 2:07:34
1997 Lameck Aguta 25 Kenya 2:10:34
1996 Moses Tanui 30 Kenya 2:09:15
1995 Cosmas Ndeti 25 Kenya 2:09:22
1994 Cosmas Ndeti 24 Kenya 2:07:15
1993 Cosmas Ndeti 23 Kenya 2:09:33
1992 Ibrahim Hussein 33 Kenya 2:08:14
1991 Ibrahim Hussein 32 Kenya 2:11:06
1990 Gelindo Bordin 31 Italy 2:08:19
1989 Abebe Mekonnen 25 Ethiopia 2:09:06
1988 Ibrahim Hussein 29 Kenya 2:08:43
1987 Toshihiko Seko 30 Japan 2:11:50
1986 Robert de Castella 29 Australia 2:07:51
1985 Geoff Smith 31 England 2:14:05
1984 Geoff Smith 30 England 2:10:34
1983 Greg A. Meyer 27 Massachusetts 2:09:00
1982 Alberto Salazar 23 Massachusetts 2:08:52
1981 Toshihiko Seko 24 Japan 2:09:26
1980 Bill Rodgers 32 Massachusetts 2:12:11
1979 Bill Rodgers 31 Massachusetts 2:09:27
1978 Bill Rodgers 30 Massachusetts 2:10:13
1977 Jerome Drayton 31 Canada 2:14:46
1976 Jack Fultz 27 Virginia 2:20:19
1975 Bill Rodgers 27 Massachusetts 2:09:55
1974 Neil Cusack 22 Ireland 2:13:39
1973 Jon Anderson 23 Oregon 2:16:03
1972 Olavi Suomalainen 25 Finland 2:15:39
1971 Alvaro Mejia 30 Colombia 2:18:45
1970 Ron Hill 31 England 2:10:30
1969 Yoshiaki Unetani 24 Japan 2:13:49
1968 Amby Burfoot 21 Connecticut 2:22:17
1967 David C. McKenzie 24 New Zealand 2:15:45
1966 Kenji Kimihara 25 Japan 2:17:11
1965 Morio Shigematsu 24 Japan 2:16:33
1964 Aurele Vandendriessche 29 Belgium 2:19:59
1963 Aurele Vandendriessche 28 Belgium 2:18:58
1962 Eino Oksanen 30 Finland 2:23:48
1961 Eino Oksanen 29 Finland 2:23:39
1960 Paavo Kotila 32 Finland 2:20:54
1959 Eino Oksanen
Sisay Lemma & Hellen Obiri
WOMEN'S OPEN DIVISION
2024 Hellen Obiri 34 Kenya 2:22:37
2023 Hellen Obiri 33 Kenya 2:21:38
2022 Peres Jepchirchir 28 Kenya 2:21:01
2021 Edna Kiplagat 41 Kenya 2:25:09
2019 Worknesh Degefa 28 Ethiopia 2:23:31
2018 Desiree Linden 34 Michigan 2:39:54
2017 Edna Kiplagat 37 Kenya 2:21:52
2016 Atsede Baysa 29 Ethiopia 2:29:19
2015 Caroline Rotich 30 Kenya 2:24:55
2014 Buzunesh Deba 26 Ethiopia 2:19:59*
2013 Rita Jeptoo 32 Kenya 2:26:25
2012 Sharon Cherop 28 Kenya 2:31:50
2011 Caroline Kilel 30 Kenya 2:22:36
2010 Teyba Erkesso 27 Ethiopia 2:26:11
2009 Salina Kosgei 32 Kenya 2:32:16
2008 Dire Tune 22 Ethiopia 2:25:25
2007 Lidiya Grigoryeva 33 Russia 2:29:18
2006 Rita Jeptoo 25 Kenya 2:23:38
2005 Catherine Ndereba 32 Kenya 2:25:13
2004 Catherine Ndereba 31 Kenya 2:24:27
2003 Svetlana Zakharova 32 Russia 2:25:20
2002 Margaret Okayo 25 Kenya 2:20:43
2001 Catherine Ndereba 28 Kenya 2:23:53
2000 Catherine Ndereba 27 Kenya 2:26:11
1999 Fatuma Roba 25 Ethiopia 2:23:25
1998 Fatuma Roba 24 Ethiopia 2:23:21
1997 Fatuma Roba 23 Ethiopia 2:26:23
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Boston Fun Beyond the Marathon
If you miss these race weekend highlights, you’ll just have to plan another visit.
Make the most of your time visiting the Hub by discovering the top things to see and do as chosen by the travel experts at Yankee magazine.
Marathoning is a mental sport, and so is maximizing your time in Boston during springtime’s busiest weekend.
To give you an advantage, Yankee’s editors have selected some of their favorite stops in the Hub. These attractions, hotels, and restaurants go the extra mile for runners and their supporters. As you plan your Marathon Weekend adventures, or perhaps a future visit to this runner-friendly city, here are some winning experiences to book or build into your itinerary.
For more New England travel ideas, visit Yankee’s website: NewEngland.com
WHAT TO DO
ICONIC RIDE: Boston Duck Tours
See Boston’s sights in a brightly painted World War II–style amphibious vehicle, complete with a plunge into the Charles River. Silly? Sure—and fun! Eighty-minute narrated tours depart daily from three locations: the Museum of Science, the Prudential Center, and the New England Aquarium. Plus, with advance notice, any duck boat can accommodate up to two wheelchairs, making this city tour as accessible as it is entertaining. (Trivia note: Duck boats got their name not from the bird but from their factory serial letters, DUKW.) bostonducktours.com
HISTORIC HUB: Faneuil Hall
Nicknamed the “Cradle of Liberty,” this circa-1742 structure was a gift to the city by the wealthy merchant for which it is named, and it is here that Colonial protesters held the meetings that would ultimately lead to the Boston Tea Party in 1773. A historic site that also anchors the nation’s first “festival marketplace”—opened in 1976 and incorporating a wealth of retail and dining spots in restored 19th-century buildings—Faneuil Hall is one of the most popular spots on Boston’s famous Freedom Trail walking tour. nps.gov/bost/learn/historyculture/fh.htm
WATERFRONT STROLL: Boston HarborWalk
Visitors looking to stretch their legs while taking in water views should make tracks for the Boston HarborWalk, a 43-mile pathway that stretches from East Boston to Dorchester. It not only serves up great scenery and fresh ocean air, but also connects to some of the city’s top attractions—including the Boston Children’s Museum, the New England Aquarium, and the Institute of Contemporary Art—along with parks, beaches, and shopping and dining spots. You could easily fill a whole day, in fact, with what you can discover in just a few miles.
ART ESCAPE: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
If you binged the Netflix series This Is a Robbery: The World’s Biggest Art Heist," this is your chance to return to the scene of the crime. Pop-culture fascination with its notorious 1990 heist aside, though, the timeless Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum continues to artfully marry the old (the original Venetian mansion with its verdant courtyard and empty frames standing in for the stolen paintings) and the new (the glass-clad Renzo Piano–designed addition, which hosts concerts and special exhibits). gardnermuseum.org
FAMILY FAVORITE:
New England Aquarium
If it swims, crawls, flutters, or grows in or on the ocean, chances are good you can see it at this harborside aquarium. Home to plants and animals from all over the world, the New England Aquarium may be most famous for its four-story ocean tank filled with 200-plus species of underwater life. Don’t miss the recently opened “Healthy Corals, Healthy Reefs” exhibit, which showcases a variety of live coral species alongside many creatures that are new to the aquarium, such as angelfish, butterfly fish, and wrasses. neaq.org
WHERE TO EAT
DOWN-HOME EATS: Sweet Cheeks Q
After chef Tiffani Faison first came to national attention as a runner-up on the 2006 debut season of "Top Chef," she might have been expected to open a swank downtown bistro as a temple to her culinary sensibilities. Instead, she opened a barbecue joint near Fenway Park called Sweet Cheeks Q. With its blue-ribbon-worthy pulled pork, burnt ends, and pillowy buttermilk biscuits, Sweet Cheeks Q quickly earned a following of fans who, even though Faison has gone on to launch half a dozen other culinary ventures, keep coming back for more. sweetcheeksq.com
SWEET TREATS: L.A. Burdick Chocolates
Inspired by his time living in France and Switzerland in the 1970s and 80s, Larry Burdick set out to make chocolate of exceptional quality. Today, his confections are beloved across New England and beyond. Start with the signature Chocolate Mice in white, dark, and milk varieties, or the Passion Fruit Raspberry Hearts. And if you haven’t tried the very thick, very rich “drinking chocolate,” you’re in for a revelation. Locations in Boston’s Back Bay, Brookline, and Cambridge; burdickchocolate.com
LUNCH SPOT: Sofra Bakery & Café
Foodies have long loved Sofra’s contemporary spins on traditional dishes from Turkey, Lebanon, and Greece. But almost as soon as the original West Cambridge location opened in 2008, it outgrew its small space. With a much larger second café now open in Allston, Sofra offers spacious comfort in which to enjoy classics like spinach falafel with beet tzatziki, lamb shawarma, and heirloom tomato galettes with feta. Don’t skip dessert: The sesame-cashew bars and chocolate earthquake cookies are signature treats. sofrabakery.com
QUICK BITES: Bagelsaurus
Greater Boston has been in a bagel renaissance these past few years, with excellent spots like Exodus Bagels in Roslindale and Brick Street Bagels in the South End graduating from pop-ups to brick-and-mortar bakeries. But the bagels at Cambridge’s Bagelsaurus still rule them all, thanks to their tender-but-chewy interiors and crackling exteriors, their just-right coatings, and the delicious breakfast sandwiches in which they star. bagelsaurus.com
AFFORDABLE SEAFOOD: Yankee Lobster Co.
Located at the far eastern end of Northern Avenue, this Seaport District standby does quality seafood at reasonablefor-Boston prices: Fish sandwiches, fish and chips, and fried clam strips come in at $20 or less, and the abundant fisherman’s platter, heaped with enough fried seafood to feed two, is about $40. It helps that the restaurant fronts a wholesale operation that moves thousands of pounds of fresh lobster on any given day. yankeelobstercompany.com
WHERE TO STAY
ONE-OF-A-KIND LODGING: Backstage at The Verb Hotel
One of Boston’s coolest overnight stays comes complete with a generous helping of luxe amenities and old-school style. Curated artwork and rare music collectibles adorn each of Backstage’s glammed-up trailers, while plush king-size beds and highend linens amp up the experience (as do turntables with access to The Verb’s vinyl library). The hotel’s heated pool invites you to take a dip, and Fenway concerts are so close that you won’t even need to buy a ticket to hear it all. backstagetrailers.com
AFFORDABLE OVERNIGHT: Hotel 1868
To find a quality stay priced consistently under $300 per night— even on peak summer weekends—head to Cambridge’s Porter Square, situated within easy reach of adjacent Harvard and Davis squares and their abundant restaurants, shops, and theaters. Located across the street from a subway stop, this chic 50-room hotel offers a gym, business facilities, concierge service, and modestly sized but generously comfy rooms. hotel1868.com
CLASSIC HOTEL: The Newbury Boston
Rebranded and completely reimagined in 2021, The Newbury continues the upscale heritage of its original incarnation as the nation’s very first Ritz-Carlton hotel, circa 1927. Its refined rooftop Italian restaurant, Contessa, keeps foodie guests fully sated, while its more lounge-y street-side bar offers a perfect place to linger. With in-room tea service and your very own fireplace “butler,” you can’t help but feel you’ve landed someplace truly special. If at all possible, splurge for a park-side room: The sweeping views of the Public Garden are worth it. thenewburyboston.com
BOUTIQUE HOTEL: The Whitney Hotel Boston
This 65-room hotel gives its guests exactly the kind of classic, centralized Beacon Hill landing spot they’ve been dreaming of. Set in a brick townhouse with views of the Charles River, The Whitney Hotel blends sophisticated touches (soaking tubs, first-class linens) with a make-yourself-at-home feel. The Italian-inspired house restaurant, Peregrine—a sibling of the acclaimed Somerville restaurant Juliet—is a gustatory delight. whitneyhotelboston.com
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RACE WEEKEND HAPPENINGS
Experience the Boston Marathon beyond just race day
Bank of America Boston Marathon Expo
Times: Friday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. • Saturday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. • Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Hynes Convention Center, Boston
The Bank of America Boston Marathon Expo is one of your first stops on race weekend, home to bib number pick-up, guest speakers, special photo-ops, and the largest adidas shopping experience in town. The Boston Marathon Expo is free and open to the public.
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Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by DICK's Sporting Goods
Times: Friday: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. • Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. • Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: City Hall Plaza, Boston
City Hall Plaza will feature fun activities, live music, photo-ops, and more as part of Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods. Located close to historic Faneuil Hall, Fan Fest is the place to gear up and get excited for race day!
Samuel Adams Run Pub
Times: Friday: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Fan Fest at City Hall Plaza
Unwind at the Samuel Adams Run Pub within Boston Marathon Fan Fest! Enjoy a refreshing Samuel Adams 26.2 Brew and explore the marathonthemed beer garden.
Boston Marathon Finish Line
Times: Friday through Sunday throughout the day
Location: Boylston Street, Copley Square, Boston
Stop by the finish line throughout the week to snap a photo or view exciting video content. Runners from around the globe—including Olympians, Boston champions, and members of the professional field— will take part in photo and autograph sessions over race weekend.
Boston 5K presented by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Time: 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 19 • Location: Boylston Street, Copley Square, Boston
Nearly 10,000 participants from around the world will race through the streets of Boston as part of the Boston 5K! Featuring a new course for 2025, the race starts adjacent to Boston Common and finishes at the Boston Marathon finish line.
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B.A.A. Relay Challenge
Time: 4 p.m. on Friday, April 18
Location: Boylston Street, Copley Square, Boston
Watch youth runners from throughout Greater Boston participate in relay races, experiencing the thrill of running on Boylston Street.
B.A.A. Invitational Mile
Time: 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 19
Location: Boston Common
Head to Copley Square to watch professional runners and local student athletes race as part of the B.A.A. Invitational Mile.
Mile 27 Post-Race Party presented by Samuel Adams
Time: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Monday, April 21 • Location: City Hall Plaza
Celebrate and re-live the magic of the marathon at the Mile 27 Post-Race Party presented by Samuel Adams! Featuring a viewing party, beer garden, and live entertainment, join as we cheers to 26.2 miles, crown champions, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Open to all and tickets are $5.
Garage at 100 Clarendon
Located one block from the finish line, the Garage at 100 Clarendon is proud to be the Official Parking Garage of the Boston Marathon.
The Garage at 100 Clarendon is Back Bay and the South End’s most affordable and conveniently located parking facility. Positioned above the Massachusetts Turnpike and next door to Back Bay Station, this full-service parking facility offers flexible parking services with unmatched customer service.
Discounted Hotel Parking
Stay at any Boston hotel and receive discounted parking at the Garage at 100 Clarendon.
Visit www.100clarendon.com for more information on Marathon Weekend Parking, Hotel Parking and all our parking services.
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The historic course starts on Main Street in the rural New England town of Hopkinton and follows Route 135 through Ashland, Framingham, Natick, and Wellesley to where Route 135 joins Route 16. It continues along Route 16 through Newton Lower Falls, turning right at the fire station onto Commonwealth Avenue, which is Route 30. It follows Commonwealth Ave. through the Newton Hills, bearing right at the reservoir onto Chestnut Hill Avenue to Cleveland Circle. The route then turns left onto Beacon Street continuing through Brookline, Kenmore Square, and under Massachusetts Avenue. The course turns right onto Hereford Street (against normal traffic flow) then left onto Boylston Street, finishing near the Boston Public Library in Copley Square.
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