Jacob Kiplimo proved that his inexperience wouldn’t be a hindrance after he won the 2025 Chicago Marathon in the men’s division.
Kiplimo finished with an unofficial time of 2:02:21, good for seventh on the all-time list and an Ugandan national record.
As he crossed the finish line, fatigue set in for Kiplimo. After taking a congratulatory hug, he collapsed on the concrete at the finish line.
Sunday’s race was only Kiplimo’s second marathon. he was on pace early to break the world record set by Kelvin Kiptum, who died in 2024.
At 24, Kiplimo has already won two world cross country titles, and a bronze medal in the 10,000 meter at the olympics.
Hug does it again
Marcel Hug’s favorite thing to do in Chicago is to go to the bean. It’s his favorite because the object reminds him of his helmet, which gave him the moniker of the silver “silver bullet.”
Hug has made Chicago a second residence, especially after he 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, cementing his spot as the most decoerated wheelchair racer in history.He run by a full four minutes quicker than second place, David Weir.
Sunday’s victory was Hug’s sixth win at the Chicago Marathon overall, and fourth consecutive win in Chicago.
