Chicago Marathon 2024 Results

The 2024 Chicago Marathon once again confirmed its status as one of the world’s most important marathons. On October 13, the world’s elite runners competed on the streets of Chicago, with spectators watching both debutants and experienced marathoners. This year, exactly 52,150 people finished the race, setting a new event record and marking one of the highest finisher totals globally. This edition made history thanks to record-breaking results and an exceptional atmosphere created by both runners and fans. Before the race began, a minute of silence was held in memory of the late world record holder Kelvin Kiptum.

A Record-Breaking Race and Drama to the Finish

In the men’s competition, John Korir of Kenya claimed victory with a time of 2:02:44—the second-fastest time in Chicago Marathon history, behind only the world record set by Kiptum a year earlier. In the women’s race, Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya made history by breaking the 2:10:00 barrier and setting a new world record at 2:09:56. Both of these results will be remembered as historic moments in marathon running.

Top 10 Men
1. John Korir (Kenya) – 2:02:44
2. Huseydin Mohamed Esa (Ethiopia) – 2:04:39
3. Amos Kipruto (Kenya) – 2:04:50
4. Vincent Ngetich (Kenya) – 2:05:16
5. Daniel Ebenyo (Kenya) – 2:06:04
6. Kyohei Hosoya (Japan) – 2:07:20
7. CJ Albertson (USA) – 2:08:17
8. Toshiki Sadakata (Japan) – 2:08:22
9. Alex Masai (Kenya) – 2:08:51
10. Zach Panning (USA) – 2:09:16

Top 10 Women
1. Ruth Chepngetich (Kenya) – 2:09:56
2. Sutume Asefa Kebede (Ethiopia) – 2:17:32
3. Irine Cheptai (Kenya) – 2:17:51
4. Buze Diriba Kejela (Ethiopia) – 2:20:22
5. Joyciline Jepkosgei (Kenya) – 2:20:51
6. Degitu Azimeraw (Ethiopia) – 2:20:52
7. Susanna Sullivan (USA) – 2:21:56
8. Ashete Bekere (Ethiopia) – 2:23:10
9. Lindsay Flanagan (USA) – 2:23:31
10. Stacy Ndiwa (Kenya) – 2:23:42

Wheelchair Competition – More Records

In the wheelchair division, the Swiss dominated: Marcel Hug won the men’s race with a time of 1:25:54, and Catherine Debrunner set a new women’s course record at 1:36:12.

Key Moments of the 2024 Chicago Marathon

One of the most moving moments was the minute of silence for Kelvin Kiptum at the start—a symbolic gesture that united the entire running community. On the course, there was no shortage of excitement: Ruth Chepngetich ran at a record pace for most of the distance, and her quest to break the 2:10:00 barrier electrified fans until the very end. In the men’s race, John Korir set a relentless pace from halfway, and his rivals struggled to respond. Outstanding crowd support, thousands of banners, and volunteer assistance helped many participants achieve personal bests. For debutants, it was an unforgettable adventure; for experienced marathoners, it was further proof that Chicago is one of the world’s best marathons.

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Also Read: The Cost of Participating in the 2023 Chicago Marathon

Want to know how much it costs to run in one of the world’s biggest marathons? Check out my article “The Cost of Participating in the 2023 Chicago Marathon” for a detailed breakdown of fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and preparation for the race in Chicago.