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Korir and Lokedi earn Sh25 million each after Boston Marathon victories

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Korir and Lokedi earn Sh25 million each after Boston Marathon victories

In the women’s category, another Kenyan, Sharon Lokedi, also claimed victory, clocking 2:18:51 and earning the same prize money as Korir. Both athletes also broke the course records in their respective races.

By Shadrack Andenga 20 Apr 2026

Change in training location helped Korir secure victory at Boston Marathon

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Change in training location helped Korir secure victory at Boston Marathon

At the beginning of the marathon, Korir suffered from a nasty fall that almost took him out of the race.

By Dennis Masinde 22 Apr 2025

Glory in the US as Kenya's Korir and Lokedi win 2025 Boston Marathon

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Glory in the US as Kenya's Korir and Lokedi win 2025 Boston Marathon

Lokedi, runner-up in 2024, pulled away from two-time defending champion Hellen Obiri in the last mile.

By Dennis Masinde 21 Apr 2025

Obiri targets third straight win at Monday's Boston Marathon

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Obiri targets third straight win at Monday's Boston Marathon

"Defending a win is never easy, and to win the Boston Marathon twice in a row was hard, but I am happy to have done it."

By Dennis Masinde 21 Apr 2025

Marathoner Albert Korir to miss Boston Marathon due to ankle Injury

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Marathoner Albert Korir to miss Boston Marathon due to ankle Injury

Korir, has previously won the Vienna, Ottawa and New York Marathons.

By Dennis Masinde 16 Apr 2025