• Kenyan John Korir wins Boston Marathon with a time of 2:04:45.
• Sharon Lokedi sets a new women's course record at 2:17:22.
• Korir and Lokedi both outperform strong competitions, including defending champions.
• The race marked the 50th anniversary of wheelchair racing at Boston, with Marcel Hug making history.

Kenyan runner John Korir claimed victory at the Boston Marathon on April 21, finishing with a time of two hours, four minutes, and 45 seconds. Despite a fallen start, Korir quickly regained his pace, distancing himself from competitors like Tanzanian Alphonce Simbu and Kenyan Cybrian Kotut, who finished second and third. This triumph adds to Korir's legacy as he follows in the footsteps of his brother Wesley, a previous winner of the marathon, showcasing the family's strong running heritage...channelnewsasia, lemonde, reuters, and africanews.

Sharon Lokedi dominated the women's race, achieving a remarkable 2:17:22 finish, which not only secured her victory but also broke the prior course record set in 2014. She outran last year's champion Hellen Obiri, who was aiming for a rare "three-peat" title. Lokedi’s performance came after she lost a close finish to Obiri the previous year, underscoring her determination this time around...channelnewsasia, lemonde, reuters, and africanews.

This year's Boston Marathon was highlighted by perfect running conditions, as evidenced by a high number of elite performances, with a total of five runners finishing under 2:06. For the first time, brothers named Korir have both claimed titles at this historic race, marking a significant milestone in marathon history. With Korir’s speed and Lokedi’s resilience, both athletes epitomized Kenyan prowess in long-distance running, continuing their country's dominance in the marathon circuit...channelnewsasia, lemonde, reuters, and africanews.