Chicago Marathon: Brigid Kosgei Sets New Women's World Record

At the Chicago Marathon, one of the most prestigious races on the circuit, an extraordinary edition took place with a new women's world record. The new record was set by Kenyan runner Brigid Kosgei in 2 hours, 14 minutes, and 4 seconds.

New Record Comes 24 Hours After Eliud Kipchoge's Historical Achievement

Only 24 hours after her fellow countryman Eliud Kipchoge made history in Vienna by becoming the first man to break the 2-hour barrier, Kosgei achieved her remarkable feat.

Kosgei Dominates the Race, Yeshaneh and Burka Follow

Kosgei won the race convincingly, with Ethiopian runners Ababel Yeshaneh (2h20m51) and Gelete Burka (2h20m55) taking the second and third positions respectively. Yeshaneh had previously excelled in the Buenos Aires Half Marathon.

Kenyan Lawrence Cherono Claims Victory in Men's Race

It is worth mentioning that the men's race in Chicago also had an exceptional level of competition. Kenyan runner Lawrence Cherono emerged as the winner with a time of 2h05m45.