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Sisay Lemma is looking to replicate his 2024 success at this year's Boston Marathon but Kenyans John Korir and Cybrian Kotut are among those standing in his way.
Ethiopian marathon star Sisay Lemma is gearing up to defend his title at the 2025 Boston Marathon, set to take place on April 21.
Fresh off his thrilling victory in 2024, Lemma will look to replicate his success and conquer the demanding course once again.
In the 2024 edition, Lemma surged ahead of a fierce field that included his fellow Ethiopian Mohamed Esa, as well as Kenyan marathon giants Evans Chebet and John Korir, who finished second, third, and fourth, respectively.
Lemma's winning time of 2:06:17 was a testament to his impressive form, but he remains aware of the heightened challenge awaiting him this year.
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“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,” Lemma said via World Athletics, acknowledging the difficulty of repeating such a remarkable performance.
While the Boston Marathon holds a special place in his heart, Lemma’s 2024 season was marred by injury setbacks.
The Ethiopian was hoping to redeem his Olympic performance after a disappointing debut at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where he failed to finish the race.
Unfortunately, injury prevented him from competing in Paris in 2024, further hindering his plans for an Olympic comeback.
His struggles continued as he missed a podium finish at the Valencia Marathon that same December due to a lack of full fitness.
“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,” Lemma confessed.
Now, with the Olympics behind him, Lemma has set his sights firmly on the Boston Marathon. Despite the challenges of the past year, he remains confident in his preparation.
“I will be 100% ready in April because the Boston Marathon is a special event,” Lemma asserted, emphasizing the importance of the race in his career.
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However, Lemma will face stiff competition. Among the challengers is last year’s bronze medalist, Kenyan marathon star Evans Chebet, who clocked 2:07:22, just behind Lemma’s winning time.
Chebet, who has proven his endurance and speed on the Boston course, will be looking to outpace the Ethiopian this time around.
He will be joined by a strong Kenyan contingent, including John Korir, who finished fourth last year, as well as Cybrian Kotut, Daniel Mateiko, Abel Kipchumba, and Albert Korir.
With a fierce field and his sights set on history, Lemma’s journey toward a successful title defense will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the 2025 marathon season.
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