London Marathon 2024 Results

London Marathon 2024: Discover the Record-Breaking Times

Elite Performances and World Records Set

Top 10 and Notable Results

The 2024 London Marathon, held on Sunday, April 21, witnessed exceptional performances and the setting of new records. The prestigious World Marathon Major event saw over 50,000 runners take to the streets of London in cool conditions.

In the women's race, Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir made history by becoming the first woman to break the two-hour, 16-minute barrier. Her remarkable time of 2:16:16 shattered the previous women's-only world record and secured her a resounding victory.

The men's race also produced thrilling performances. Biruktayit Degefa of Ethiopia emerged victorious in 2:07:24, while reigning Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge finished in second place. Finishing third was Amos Kipruto of Kenya, with a time of 2:08:36.

Other notable results included Brigid Kosgei's impressive fourth-place finish in the women's race, with a time of 2:19:33. In the men's race, Shura Kitata of Ethiopia and Kenenisa Bekele of Great Britain both secured top-five positions.

Below is a detailed list of the top 10 finishers and other remarkable performances from the 2024 London Marathon:

Top 10 Women

1. Peres Jepchirchir (KEN) - 2:16:16 (World Record)
2. Yalemzerf Yehualaw (ETH) - 2:17:25
3. Tigist Assefa (ETH) - 2:18:05
4. Brigid Kosgei (KEN) - 2:19:33
5. Ashete Bekere (ETH) - 2:20:11
6. Joan Chelimo Melly (KEN) - 2:20:40
7. Lonah Salpeter (ISR) - 2:21:05
8. Kim Cheyney (USA) - 2:21:20
9. Ababel Yeshaneh (ETH) - 2:21:26
10. Des Linden (USA) - 2:22:12

Top 10 Men

1. Biruktayit Degefa (ETH) - 2:07:24
2. Eliud Kipchoge (KEN) - 2:07:44
3. Amos Kipruto (KEN) - 2:08:36
4. Shura Kitata (ETH) - 2:08:47
5. Kenenisa Bekele (GBR) - 2:08:54
6. Evans Chebet (KEN) - 2:09:00
7. Albert Korir (KEN) - 2:09:21
8. Benson Kipruto (KEN) - 2:09:34
9. Gabriel Geay (TAN) - 2:09:44
10. Marius Kipserem (KEN) - 2:09:52

The 2024 London Marathon showcased the incredible talent and determination of the world's top marathoners. The event once again proved to be a pinnacle of athleticism and a source of inspiration for runners worldwide.