The 2025 Boston Marathon is just around the corner, and let me tell you, this year’s lineup of elites is absolutely stacked. From defending champions to hungry underdogs, the field is loaded with talent that’ll have you on the edge of your seat. Let’s dive into who’s coming to Boston, why they’re a big deal, and what you can expect on Marathon Monday.
The Women’s Field
Hellen Obiri is the name on everyone’s lips, and for good reason. The two-time defending champion is aiming for her third straight win in Boston, a feat that hasn’t been accomplished since Catherine Ndereba in the early 2000s. Obiri, a former track star with two Olympic silver medals, made her marathon debut just a few years ago, and she’s been dominating since the get-go.
Amane Beriso is the Ethiopian powerhouse who clocked a jaw-dropping 2:14:58, making her the fifth-fastest woman in marathon history. She’s proven she can handle big races, winning the World Championships in 2023. Boston’s course is unpredictable, but if Beriso is in form, she could rewrite the story on Patriots’ Day.
Sharon Lokedi might not have the same resume as Obiri or Beriso, but don’t underestimate her. Lokedi made waves with her stunning marathon debut at the 2022 New York City Marathon, where she won and then took third place in 2023. In Boston last year, she battled Obiri for the top spot and ultimately finished second. Lokedi is known for her tenacity, and with another year of marathon experience under her belt, she could very well be the one to upset Obiri’s streak.
Yalemzerf Yehualaw, just 25 years old, brings a dangerous mix of youth and experience. With a personal best of 2:16:52 and multiple wins on the world stage, including the London and Amsterdam Marathons, she has the credentials to challenge anyone in this field.
The American women heading into the 2025 Boston Marathon bring a mix of seasoned experience and rising talent. Keira D’Amato leads the pack with her 2:19:12 personal best, a former American record. Sara Hall, with a lifetime of consistent performances and a best of 2:20:32, remains a force in the field and thrives in tactical races that Boston often demands. Des Linden, the 2018 champion, is back for her 12th Boston Marathon and is always a fan favorite.
Emma Bates stands out with her 2:22:10 PR and a top-10 finish at the Paris Olympics, making her a strong contender for a podium spot. Nell Rojas, a two-time top American finisher in Boston, is another local favorite, known for her strength on rolling terrain. Lindsay Flanagan, with a 2:23:31 PR, continues to climb the ranks and could have a breakout performance on Marathon Monday.
The Men’s Field
The men’s field in Boston this year is packed with talent, making it anyone’s race to win. Leading the charge is Sisay Lemma, the defending champion. Lemma’s personal best of 2:01:48 is the fastest in the field, and he’s no stranger to the pressure of big races. While he missed the Paris Olympics last year due to injury, he’s bounced back in a big way and will be eager to defend his crown.
John Korir is another major player, coming off a sensational win at the 2024 Chicago Marathon, where he clocked 2:02:43. That time makes him the second-fastest man in this year’s field. Korir is the younger brother of Wesley Korir, who won Boston in 2012, so there’s a family legacy at play here. He finished fourth in Boston last year, but with his current form, he’s a legitimate threat for the win.
Evans Chebet is practically synonymous with Boston at this point. A two-time winner in 2022 and 2023, Chebet knows every twist and turn of this course. While he missed the podium last year, he finished second in New York later in the year, proving he’s still at the top of his game. His experience on Boston’s tricky terrain could give him an edge over faster but less-seasoned competitors.
Gabriel Geay from Tanzania might not have the same name recognition as some of the others, but his 2:03:00 PR speaks for itself. Geay has been steadily improving and could surprise the field, so keep an eye on him if the pack decides to go out fast.
Geoffrey Kamworor is another intriguing name. Known as the “Man of All Surfaces” for his success on the track, roads, and cross country, Kamworor has been working on making his mark in the marathon. With a personal best of 2:05:23 and a history of tactical brilliance, he’s the dark horse who could disrupt the race.
And let’s not forget the Americans. Conner Mantz leads the U.S. contingent with his fearless racing style. He’s coming off an eighth-place finish at the Paris Olympics and has the kind of aggression that could pay off on Boston’s hills. Clayton Young, Mantz’s Olympic teammate, is making his Boston debut and brings a steady, calculated approach to the race. Scott Fauble, meanwhile, is a Boston veteran who knows exactly how to pace himself for a strong finish on Boylston Street.
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2025 Boston Marathon Professional Women
| WOMEN’S FIELD | COUNTRY | PERSONAL BEST |
| Amane Beriso | ETH | 2:14:58 (Valencia, 2022) |
| Yalemzerf Yehualaw | ETH | 2:16:52 (Amsterdam, 2024) |
| Irine Cheptai | KEN | 2:17:51 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Joan Melly | ROU | 2:18:04 (Seoul, 2022) |
| Keira D’Amato | USA | 2:19:12 (Houston, 2022) |
| Rahma Tusa | ETH | 2:19:33 (Houston, 2024) |
| Edna Kiplagat | KEN | 2:19:50 (London, 2012)* |
| Buze Diriba | ETH | 2:20:22 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Mary Ngugi | KEN | 2:20:22 (London, 2022) |
| Sara Hall | USA | 2:20:32 (Chandler, 2020)* |
| Bedatu Hirpa | ETH | 2:21:09 (Amsterdam, 2024) |
| Calli Hauger-Thackery | GBR | 2:21:34 (Berlin, 2024) |
| Hellen Obiri | KEN | 2:21:38 (Boston, 2023) |
| Emma Bates | USA | 2:22:10 (Boston, 2023) |
| Sharon Cherop | KEN | 2:22:28 (Berlin, 2013)* |
| Desiree Linden | USA | 2:22:38 (Boston, 2011)* |
| Sharon Lokedi | KEN | 2:22:45 (Boston, 2024) |
| Viola Chepngeno | KEN | 2:23:23 (Capetown, 2024) |
| Sara Vaughn | USA | 2:23:24 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Lindsay Flanagan | USA | 2:23:31 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Stacy Ndiwa | KEN | 2:23:42 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Gabi Rooker | USA | 2:24:29 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Kellyn Taylor | USA | 2:24:29 (Duluth, 2018) |
| Dakotah Popehn | USA | 2:24:40 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Jackie Gaughan | USA | 2:24:40 (Sacramento) |
| Nell Rojas | USA | 2:24:51 (Boston, 2023) |
| Cynthia Limo | KEN | 2:25:10 (Hamburg, 2024) |
| Lily Partridge | GBR | 2:25:12 (Valencia, 2023) |
| Angie Orjuela | COL | 2:25:35 (Berlin, 2023) NR |
| Jess McClain | USA | 2:25:46 (Orlando, 2024) |
| Lauren Hagans | USA | 2:25:47 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Tristin Colley | USA | 2:25:58 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Annie Frisbie | USA | 2:26:18 (New York City, 2021) |
| Stephanie Bruce | USA | 2:28:41 (Sacramento, 2024)* |
| Anne-Marie Blaney | USA | 2:29:25 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Annie Heffernan | USA | 2:30:26 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Kodi Kleven | USA | 2:30:43 (St. George, 2024) |
| Hannah Lindholm | SWE | 2:31:18 (Seville, 2024)* |
| Lindsey Bradley | USA | 2:31:46 (Indianapolis, 2024) |
| Sarah Reiter | USA | 2:31:58 (Duluth, 2023) |
| Diana Bogantes | CRC | 2:32:08 (Valencia, 2023) NR |
| Jessie Cardin | USA | 2:33:34 (Chicago, 2022) |
| Ashlee Powers | USA | 2:33:40 (Twin Cities, 2024) |
| Kaylee Flanagan | USA | 2:34:03 (Berlin, 2024) |
| Mimi Smith | USA | 2:34:24 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Rachel Hannah | CAN | 2:34:33 (Toronto, 2024 |
| Megan O’Neil | USA | 2:34:55 (St. Paul, 2024) |
| Anna Benedettini | USA | 2:35:12 (Valley Cottage, 2023) |
| Hailey Bowes | USA | 2:35:36 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Rena Elmer | USA | 2:35:45 (Duluth, 2024)* |
| Veronica Eder | USA | 2:35:46 (Orlando, 2024) |
| Claire Benjamin | USA | 2:35:53 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Katerine Fleuhr | USA | 2:35:55 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Amanda Beach | USA | 2:35:59 (Indianapolis, 2024) |
| Abby McNulty | USA | 2:36:00 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Sydney Devore | USA | 2:36:01 (NYC, 2023) |
| Stephanie Rouse | USA | 2:36:20 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Brittney Hall | USA | 2:36:28 (Valley Cottage, 2023) |
| Lucy Dobbs | USA | 2:36:33 (Indianapolis, 2023) |
| Emily Sullivan | USA | 2:36:41 (NYC, 2024) |
| Tabor Hemming | USA | 2:36:59 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Tammy Hsieh | USA | 2:37:00 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Sarah Czuprynski | USA | 2:37:21 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Erika Fleuhr | USA | 2:38:00 (Berlin, 2024) |
| Margaret Vido | USA | 2:38:06 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Lianne Pagano | USA | 2:38:26 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Allie Hackett | USA | 2:38:54 (Duluth, 2023) |
| Dot McMahan | USA | 2:38:34 (Orlando, 2024)* |
| Kate Bazeley | CAN | 2:39:30 (Toronto, 2024)* |
| Meriah Earle | USA | 2:34:17 (Duluth, 2022)* |
| Laurie Knowles | USA | 2:41:05 (Duluth, 2024)* |
| Melissa Perlman | USA | 2:42:50 (Chicago, 2025)* |
| April Lund | USA | 2:43:35 (Indianapolis, 2023)* |
| Amber Green | USA | 2:45:37 (St. George, 2023)* |
| Amber Thielbar | USA | 2:45:45 (North Bend, 2024)* |
*Denotes Masters (40+) athlete
2025 Boston Marathon Professional Men
| MEN’S FIELD | COUNTRY | PERSONAL BEST |
| Sisay Lemma | ETH | 2:01:48 (Valencia, 2023) |
| John Korir | KEN | 2:02:44 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Evans Chebet | KEN | 2:03:00 (Valencia, 2020) |
| Cybrian Kotut | KEN | 2:03:22 (Berlin, 2024) |
| Haymanot Alew | ETH | 2:03:31 (Berlin, 2024) |
| Daniel Mateiko | KEN | 2:04:24 (Valencia, 2024) |
| Alphonce Felix Simbu | TAN | 2:04:38 (Valencia, 2024) |
| Lelisa Desisa | ETH | 2:04:45 (Dubai, 2013) |
| Victor Kiplangat | UGA | 2:05:09 (Hamburg, 2022) |
| Asefa Boki | ETH | 2:05:40 (Amsterdam, 2024) |
| Tebello Ramakongoana | LES | 2:06:18 (Xiamen, 2025) NR |
| Abel Kipchumba | KEN | 2:06:49 (Berlin, 2022) |
| Albert Korir | KEN | 2:06:57 (New York City, 2023) |
| Tsegay Weldlibanos | ERI | 2:07:25 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Patrick Tiernan | AUS | 2:07:45 (Houston, 2024) |
| Conner Mantz | USA | 2:07:47 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Clayton Young | USA | 2:08:00 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Rory Linkletter | CAN | 2:08:01 (Seville, 2024) |
| CJ Albertson | USA | 2:08:17 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Amanuel Mesel | ERI | 2:08:17 (Valencia, 2013) |
| Erenjia Jia | CHN | 2:08:32 (Berlin, 2024) |
| Zach Panning | USA | 2:09:16 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Colin Bennie | USA | 2:09:38 (Chandler, 2020) |
| Reed Fischer | USA | 2:10:14 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Tesfu Tewelde | ERI | 2:10:21 (St. Paul, 2024) |
| Wesley Kiptoo | KEN | 2:10:28 (Chicago, 2023) |
| Johannes Motschmann | GER | 2:10:39 (London, 2024) |
| Nathan Martin | USA | 2:10:45 (Duluth, 2023) |
| Ryan Ford | USA | 2:11:08 (New York City, 2024) |
| Colin Mickow | USA | 2:11:22 (Chandler, 2020) |
| Turner Wiley | USA | 2:11:55 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Yemane Haileselassie | ERI | 2:11:59 (Honolulu, 2024) |
| Robert Miranda | USA | 2:12:07 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Charlie Sweeney | USA | 2:12:23 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Will Norris | USA | 2:12:33 (St. Paul, 2024) |
| JP Flavin | USA | 2:12:34 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Joseph Whelan | USA | 2:13:29 (Duluth, 2019) |
| Ilie Corneschi | ROU | 2:13:39 (Berlin, 2022) |
| Erik Linden | USA | 2:14:15 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Ryan Eiler | USA | 2:14:22 (Boston, 2024) |
| Josh Kalapos | USA | 2:14:26 (Orlando, 2024) |
| Lyle O’Brien | USA | 2:14:29 (Orlando, 2024) |
| Ben Kendell | USA | 2:15:11 (Chicago, 2024) |
| Jacob Heslington | USA | 2:15:12 (Orlando, 2024) |
| Primoz Kobe | SLO | 2:15:37 (Rotterdam, 2022)* |
| Tim McGowan | USA | 2:15:49 (Sacramento, 2024) |
| Andrew Bowman | USA | 2:15:50 (Pittsburgh, 2024) |
| Mason Jones | USA | 2:15:54 (Indianapolis, 2023) |
| Louis Serafini | USA | 2:15:55 (Duluth, 2022) |
| Yudai Fukuda | JPN | 2:15:57 (Gold Coast, 2024) |
| Thomas Toth | CAN | 2:15:57 (Valley Cottage, 2023) |
| Mitch Ammons | USA | 2:16:01 (Valley Cottage, 2023) |
| Hiroaki Furukawa | JPN | 2:16:14 (Kumamoto, 2024) |
| Grant O’Connor | USA | 2:16:17 (Boston, 2024) |
| Aaron Davidson | USA | 2:16:30 (Duluth, 2023) |
| Alex Milne | GBR | 2:16:30 (London, 2023) |
| Kevin Kirk | USA | 2:16:33 (Twin Cities, 2024) |
| Michael Blaszczyk | USA | 2:16:43 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Joost Plaetinck | USA | 2:16:47 (Sacramento, 2023) |
| Kyle Johnson | USA | 2:16:59 (Duluth, 2024) |
| Prescott Leach | USA | 2:17:28 (Sacramento, 2023)* |
| Jesse Davis | USA | 2:17:30 (Indianapolis, 2023)* |
| Dustin Bybee | USA | 2:19:48 (St. George, 2023)* |
| Jonathan Kotter | USA | 2:20:08 (St. George, 2023)* |
| David Cisewski | USA | 2:20:53 (Chicago, 2023)* |
| Juan Vidal Ribero | ESP | 2:22:14 (Valencia, 2023)* |
| Sam Morse | USA | 2:22:15 (Boston, 2024)* |
| Pablo Villalobos Bazaga | ESP | 2:22:32 (Seville, 2024)* |
| Iain Hunter | USA | 2:23:45 (St. George, 2023)* |
| Muktar Edris | ETH | Debut / 1:00:52 HM |
| Barry Keane | IRL | Debut/ 1:02:35 HM |
