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The Chicago Marathon 2025 delivered thrilling performances, with Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo and Switzerland’s Marcel Hug stealing the spotlight in their respective divisions. Kiplimo’s record-breaking run and Hug’s continued dominance highlighted a day of historic achievements on Chicago’s flat, fast course.
Jacob Kiplimo’s breakthrough victory
Jacob Kiplimo, a 24-year-old Ugandan star, claimed the men’s title in his second career marathon, clocking an unofficial time of 2:02:21. This performance smashed the Ugandan national record and secured the seventh-fastest marathon time in history. Kiplimo was on pace to challenge the world record of 2:00:35, set by the late Kelvin Kiptum in 2023, until fading in the final four miles. Exhausted but triumphant, he collapsed after crossing the finish line, earning a congratulatory hug. Notably, Kiplimo has already won two world cross country titles, and a bronze medal in the 10,000 meter at the olympics.
Marcel Hug’s historic wheelchair win
In the wheelchair division, Marcel Hug, the “Silver Bullet,” cemented his legacy with a sixth Chicago Marathon victory and fourth consecutive win. Hug finished four minutes ahead of second-place David Weir, further solidifying his status as the most decorated wheelchair racer ever. His love for Chicago, where he visits the iconic Bean sculpture, was evident.
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