On April 15, 2024, athletes representing over 100 countries participated in the 128th Boston Marathon. While the majority of the nearly 30,000 runners who completed the race won't receive awards, a select group emerged as champions. Here's the list of winners:
**Men's Professional Division:**
1. Sisay Lemma (Ethiopia) - 2:06:17
2. Mohamed Esa (Ethiopia) - 2:06:58
3. Evans Chebet (Kenya) - 2:07:22 (Previously won in 2022 and 2023)
**Women's Professional Division:**
1. Hellen Obiri (Kenya) - 2:22:37 (Second consecutive win)
2. Sharon Lokedi (Kenya) - 2:22:45
3. Edna Kiplagat (Kenya) - 2:23:21
**Men's Wheelchair Division:**
1. Marcel Hug (Switzerland) - 1:15:33 (Possible new course record)
2. Daniel Romanchuk (USA) - 1:20:37
3. David Weir (UK) - 1:22:12
**Women's Wheelchair Division:**
1. Eden Rainbow-Cooper (UK) - 1:35:11
2. Manuela Schär (Switzerland) - 1:36:41
3. Madison de Rozario (Australia) - 1:39:20
**Men's Handcycle Division:**
1. Zachary Stinson (USA) - 1:04:46
2. John Masson (USA) - 1:09:33
3. Dustin Baker (USA) - 1:10:10
**Women's Handcycle Division:**
1. Alicia Dana (USA) - 1:15:20
2. Edie Perkins (USA) - 1:33:57
3. Devann Murphy (USA) - 1:43:23
**Duo Teams:**
1. Julien Pinsonneault and May Lim (Canada) - 2:54:43
2. Shaun Evans and Shamus Evans (USA) - 2:55:35
3. Jean-Phillippe Morand and Victor Morand (Canada) - 3:06:02
The Boston Marathon also featured exceptional performances across various para divisions, showcasing the spirit of inclusivity and perseverance.
