Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi holds off Obiri to sets course record to wins women’s elite race at Boston Marathon 2026.
Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi successfully defended her title, winning the women’s race at the 2026 Boston Marathon on Monday in a time of 2:18:51.The 32-year-old became the first woman to win back-to-back Boston titles since 2015, adding to her victory in 2025.
This marks her third major marathon win, following her breakthrough victory at the 2022 New York City Marathon.Lokedi once again proved her strength on the challenging Boston course, navigating the hills and cold conditions with impressive composure to tape the finish line in style.With this win, Lokedi further establishes herself as one of the premier distance runners of her generation.
This marks her third major marathon win, following her breakthrough victory at the 2022 New York City Marathon.Lokedi once again proved her strength on the challenging Boston course, navigating the hills and cold conditions with impressive composure to tape the finish line in style.With this win, Lokedi further establishes herself as one of the premier distance runners of her generation.
Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi successfully defended her title, winning the women’s race at the 2026 Boston Marathon on Monday in a time of 2:18:51.The 32-year-old became the first woman to win consecutive Boston titles since 2015. This victory also marks her third major marathon win, following her 2022 New York City Marathon triumph and her first Boston title in 2025.
Frisbie finished in 2:18:51 Her previous personal best was 2:23:21.
A beaming Sharon Lokedi speaks after victory in a course record
After crossing the finish line, a joyful Lokedi shared her emotions:
“I’m so happy. Back-to-back in Boston feels very special. This course is tough, but I believed in myself and my training. Today was a great day.”
“I’m so happy. Back-to-back in Boston feels very special. This course is tough, but I believed in myself and my training. Today was a great day.”
When asked about defending her title, she added:
“Last year I won for the first time, and this year I came back stronger. I wanted to show that I can do it again. Boston has a special place in my heart now.”
Lokedi displayed impressive strength and composure, particularly on the Newton hills, to secure a commanding victory.With this win, the Kenyan star continues to establish herself as one of the top marathon runners in the world.
“Last year I won for the first time, and this year I came back stronger. I wanted to show that I can do it again. Boston has a special place in my heart now.”
Lokedi displayed impressive strength and composure, particularly on the Newton hills, to secure a commanding victory.With this win, the Kenyan star continues to establish herself as one of the top marathon runners in the world.
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