TCS London Marathon is not only one of the most prestigious road races in the world, but also a true celebration of sport that attracts thousands of runners from across the globe each year-both professionals and amateurs alike. This year’s 45th edition made history in many ways: a world record was broken, a record number of participants took to the course, and excitement accompanied both runners and spectators from start to finish. Once again, the streets of London transformed into an arena of great sporting achievements, and the event’s atmosphere proved why the marathon in the UK’s capital is so unique. Below you’ll find a detailed summary of the most important results and highlights from the 2025 TCS London Marathon
Men’s Elite Race
In the men’s competition, Sabastian Sawe of Kenya proved unbeatable, finishing with a phenomenal time of 2:02:27. This was only the second marathon of his career, yet he has already shown that he belongs among the absolute world elite. Second place went to marathon debutant Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda (2:03:37), who also set a new Ugandan national record. The podium was completed by Alexander Mutiso Munyao of Kenya, who finished in 2:04:20.
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Top 10 Men:
1. Sabastian Sawe (KEN) – 2:02:27
2. Jacob Kiplimo (UGA) – 2:03:37
3. Alexander Mutiso Munyao (KEN) – 2:04:20
4. Abdi Nageeye (NED) – 2:04:20
5. Tamirat Tola (ETH) – 2:04:42
6. Eliud Kipchoge (KEN) – 2:05:25
7. Hillary Kipkoech (KEN) – 2:06:05
8. Amanal Petros (GER) – 2:06:30
9. Mahamed Mahamed (GBR) – 2:08:52
10. Milkesa Mengesha (ETH) – 2:09:01
It is worth noting that running legend Eliud Kipchoge had to settle for sixth place this time
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Women’s Elite Race
Among the women, Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia was in a class of her own. Her time of 2:15:50 set a new women-only world marathon record, meaning the fastest time ever run in a marathon held without male pacemakers. Assefa dominated her rivals, and her achievement is already being recognized as one of the most significant moments in women’s marathon history. Second place went to Joyciline Jepkosgei of Kenya (2:18:44), while Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands finished third in 2:19:00
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Top 10 Women:
1. Tigst Assefa (ETH) – 2:15:50 (rekord świata kobiet-only)
2. Joyciline Jepkosgei (KEN) – 2:18:44
3. Sifan Hassan (NED) – 2:19:00
4. Haven Hailu Desse (ETH) – 2:19:17
5. Vivian Cheruiyot (KEN) – 2:22:32
6. Stella Chesang (UGA) – 2:22:42
7. Sofiia Yaremchuk (ITA) – 2:23:14
8. Eilish McColgan (GBR) – 2:24:25
9. Rose Harvey (GBR) – 2:25:01
10. Susanna Sullivan (USA) – 2:29:30
Record-Breaking Attendance and Atmosphere
The 2025 TCS London Marathon set an absolute world record for the number of finishers-with as many as 56,640 people completing the race! This makes it the largest marathon in history, attracting not only elite athletes but also thousands of amateurs from around the globe. More than 840,000 people entered the ballot for a spot-another record! As is tradition, the marathon was also the largest single-day charity event, and the total amount raised since 1981 has now exceeded £1.3 billion.
Summary and Interesting Facts
• Sabastian Sawe won his second marathon, confirming his place among the world’s elite runners.
• Tigst Assefa set a new women-only world record with a time of 2:15:50, making history in global distance running.
• Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge finished in sixth place this time.
• A record number of 56,640 runners completed the race, making the 2025 TCS London Marathon the largest marathon in the world.
• During the event, as many as 41 Guinness World Records were broken across various categories
The 2025 TCS London Marathon once again proved that it is one of the world’s most important races-combining top-level athletic competition with an incredible atmosphere and massive participation from amateur runners. For another year, London was the capital of the global marathon scene!
