Williams ran the distance aboard the International Space Station in 2007 and will run this year as a recipient of the Patriots’ Award.
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Williams ran the distance aboard the International Space Station in 2007 and will run this year as a recipient of the Patriots’ Award.
Nibret Melak pulled away at the 35k mark to seal the victory in 2:04:00 as Anchinalu Dessie kicked late at 40k to grab the title in 2:18:31 on Sunday.
The stacked men’s group will also feature Jacob Kiplimo, Deresa Geleta, Amos Kipruto, Tamirat Tola, Amanal Petros and Geoffrey Kamworor.
Tigst Assefa claimed the women’s-only world record in 2:15.50 as she dominated last year’s race and will be back in action on April 26.
John Korir won last year’s race in a dominant 2:04:45 and will face off in a field that includes Benson Kipruto, Cybrian Kotut and Abdi Nageeye.
Sharon Lokedi soared to a 2:17:22 course record in a dramatic finish last year and returns to face off against a solid women’s group.
Demand for large races continues to soar as 75 percent of the top races listed showed growth with more participants than 2024.
Tamirat Tola soared to victory in the men’s race in Doha, Qatar on Friday as Tigist Gezahagn pulled away late to top the women’s podium.
The St. Louis Sports Commission has also shown interest hosting NCAA championships and the 2030 figure skating championships.
American Zouhair Talbi set a new marathon course record of 2:05:45, becoming the first American to win the race since 2002.