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Hellen Obiri Picks 2 Athletes Who Could Challenge Her in 2025 Boston Marathon


Published on 2025-01-31 05:45:17 - Tuko
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  • Hellen Obiri is preparing to defend her Boston Marathon in April. The Kenyan veteran, who is training in the country, picked athletes to keep an eye on at the event.

Hellen Obiri, the 2023 Boston Marathon champion, has identified two athletes she believes could challenge her at the 2025 Boston Marathon: Kenyan runner Sharon Lokedi and Ethiopian runner Amane Beriso. Obiri praised Lokedi for her victory at the 2022 New York City Marathon and her impressive performance at the 2023 Boston Marathon, where she finished fourth. Beriso, on the other hand, set a world record in the women's marathon in Valencia in 2022 with a time of 2:14:58. Obiri expressed her respect for both athletes, noting their potential to excel in future races. She also mentioned her own aspirations to defend her title in 2024, highlighting the competitive spirit and the high level of performance expected in the upcoming marathons.

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