Tokyo Marathon 2025 Final Results: Ethiopian Duo Takele Tadese and…

The 2025 Tokyo Marathon, held on March 2, saw Ethiopian athletes excel, with Tadese Takele winning the men’s race in 2:03:23 and Sutume Kebede defending her title in the women’s race with a time of 2:16:31. Both athletes showcased remarkable performances, solidifying Ethiopia’s dominance in long-distance running.

The 2025 Tokyo Marathon took place on March 2, 2025, featuring a remarkable performance from Ethiopian athletes in both the men’s and women’s categories. The marathon is recognized as a Platinum Race within the World Athletics Label Road series.

In the men’s division, Tadese Takele of Ethiopia emerged victorious with an impressive time of 2:03:23. Takele, transitioning from Olympic steeplechasing to marathon running, outperformed his compatriot Deresa Geleta, who finished in 2:03:51, securing a one-two finish for Ethiopia. Kenya’s Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich followed closely in third place, clocking in at 2:04:00.

Sutume Kebede successfully defended her title in the women’s category, recording a time of 2:16:31. Kebede, who claimed victory in the previous year, also set a new course record at 2:15:55. The results for the female competitors showcased a strong field, with Winfrida Moraa Moseti and Hawi Feysa taking the second and third positions, respectively.

Women’s Results:
1. Sutume Asefa Kebede (ETH) – 2:16:31
2. Winfrida Moraa Moseti (KEN) – 2:16:56
3. Hawi Feysa (ETH) – 2:17:00
4. Magdalyne Masai (KEN) – 2:19:28
5. Rosemary Wanjiru (KEN) – 2:19:57
6. Desi Jisa Mokonin (BRN) – 2:20:07
7. Gotytom Gebreslase (ETH) – 2:20:25
8. Degitu Azimeraw (ETH) – 2:20:26
9. Deshun Zhang (CHN) – 2:20:53
10. Jessica Stenson (AUS) – 2:22:56.

Men’s Results:
1. Tadese Takele (ETH) – 2:03:23
2. Deresa Geleta (ETH) – 2:03:51
3. Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich (KEN) – 2:04:00
4. Titus Kipruto (KEN) – 2:05:34
5. Mulugeta Asefa Uma (ETH) – 2:05:46.

Men’s Wheelchair Results:
1. Suzuki Tomoki (JPN) – 1:19:14
2. Luo Xing (CHN) – 1:30:28
3. Zhang Ying (CHN) – 1:30:57.

Women’s Wheelchair Results:
1. Catherine Debrunner (SUI) – 1:35:56
2. Susannah Scaroni (USA) – 1:36:28
3. Zhou Zhaoqian (CHN) – 1:37:46.

The 2025 Tokyo Marathon marked a significant showcase of athletic prowess, particularly by the Ethiopian male and female runners who secured top honors once again. The event also highlighted remarkable performances in the wheelchair divisions. The overall outcomes underline Ethiopia’s continued dominance in long-distance running on the international stage.

The 2025 Tokyo Marathon was characterized by impressive performances by Ethiopian athletes, with Tadese Takele and Sutume Kebede clinching victories in their respective categories. Their achievements reaffirm Ethiopia’s reputation in marathon running, while the event underscored the competitive spirit of both able-bodied and wheelchair participants. The marathon continues to gain recognition as a prestigious global event within the athletics community.

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