London Marathon Results 2025: Who Won and Full Breakdown of Times and Rankings

The 2025 London Marathon saw thrilling performances from some of the world's best athletes. Sebastian Sawe claimed victory in the men's elite race, while Tigst Assefa set a new women-only world record. The event, held on April 27, 2025, was a day full of unforgettable moments, with top runners battling for victory in both the men’s and women’s categories. Here’s a full breakdown of the London Marathon results, including top finishers and their times.

Men’s Elite Race Results: Sawe Claims Victory

The men's elite race at the 2025 London Marathon was a fiercely contested event. Sebastian Sawe of Kenya triumphed with a time of 2:02:27, a performance that showed his strength and skill. Sawe, who had already won the 2024 Valencia Marathon, confirmed his position as one of the top marathon runners.

Jacob Kiplimo, the Ugandan half-marathon world record holder, made an impressive marathon debut, finishing second with a time of 2:03:37. The competition for the top spots was intense, with Alexander Mutiso Munyao of Kenya outlasting Olympic silver medalist Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands for third place, both finishing in 2:04:20.

Defending champion Tamirat Tola of Ethiopia came in fifth place with a time of 2:04:42. Eliud Kipchoge, widely regarded as one of the greatest marathon runners in history, took sixth with a time of 2:05:25, just behind Hillary Kipkoech of Kenya, who finished seventh with a time of 2:06:05.

Other notable finishers included Amanal Petros from Germany in eighth (2:06:30), Mahamed Mahamed of Great Britain in ninth (2:08:52), and Milkesa Mengesha of Ethiopia in tenth (2:09:01).

Women’s Elite Race Results: Tigst Assefa Breaks World Record

In the women’s elite race, Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia stole the show by setting a new women’s-only world record of 2:15:50. Assefa’s performance was truly remarkable. She broke away from the pack with 5 km to go and never looked back, leaving second-place finisher Joyciline Jepkosgei of Kenya behind with a time of 2:18:44.

Sifan Hassan, the Olympic champion from the Netherlands, crossed the line in third place with a time of 2:19:00. The race for the top spots in the women’s event was equally thrilling, with Haven Hailu Desse of Ethiopia finishing fourth in 2:19:17.

Other notable finishes included Vivian Cheruiyot of Kenya in fifth place (2:22:32), Stella Chesang of Uganda in sixth (2:22:42), and Sofiia Yaremchuk of Italy in seventh (2:23:14). Great Britain’s Eilish McColgan came in eighth place with a time of 2:24:25, followed by Rose Harvey in ninth (2:25:01), and Susanna Sullivan from the United States in tenth (2:29:30).

Wheelchair Races: Hug and Debrunner Retain Titles

The wheelchair races at the 2025 London Marathon saw two dominant performances. Marcel Hug of Switzerland claimed his seventh win in the men’s wheelchair race with a time of 1:25:25. He was followed by Suzuki Tomoki of Japan, who finished second in 1:26:09, and Jetze Plat of the Netherlands, who secured third place with a time of 1:26:49.

In the women’s wheelchair race, Catherine Debrunner of Switzerland retained her title with a time of 1:34:18. Susannah Scaroni of the United States finished second in 1:38:08, and Manuela Schär from Switzerland took third with a time of 1:41:06.

London Marathon Results: A Recap of Key Moments

The 2025 London Marathon was a celebration of athleticism, endurance, and achievement. Sebastian Sawe’s victory in the men’s race, coupled with Tsegay Assefa’s stunning world record performance, made this year’s event one to remember. Assefa’s new women-only world record of 2:15:50 was a highlight, while Sawe’s strategic push to victory in the final stages of the race showcased his marathon prowess.

The wheelchair races also provided exciting action, with Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner proving their dominance. Hug’s seventh London Marathon win was a testament to his consistency and strength, while Debrunner showed once again why she’s one of the best in the world.

Conclusion

The 2025 London Marathon results have left fans and athletes alike in awe. Sabastian Sawe and Tigst Assefa’s performances were nothing short of spectacular, and the wheelchair races offered thrilling moments as well. This year’s marathon reaffirmed the enduring appeal and prestige of one of the world’s most celebrated races.

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