Ethiopians Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede won the men’s and women’s categories, respectively, at the 2025 Tokyo Marathon held on March 2. Takele set a personal best of 2:03:23, while Kebede won her second consecutive title with a time of 2:16:31. Both athletes showcased tremendous talent, with notable finishes from other participants as well, underscoring Ethiopia’s prominence in marathon running.
Ethiopian athletes Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede excelled at the Tokyo Marathon, securing victory in their respective divisions on March 2, 2025. Takele triumphed in the men’s category with a personal best time of 2 hours, 3 minutes, and 23 seconds. He was followed closely by Deresa Geleta, also of Ethiopia, who finished second in 2:03:51, while Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich from Kenya claimed third place in 2:04:00.
In the women’s race, Kebede maintained her lead from the outset and celebrated her second consecutive title at the event. She crossed the finish line in an impressive time of 2:16:31, leaving Winfridah Moraa Moseti of Kenya to finish second in 2:16:56, and Ethiopian Hawi Feysa in third at 2:17:00.
Among the top Japanese competitors, Tubasa Ichiyama secured 10th place in the men’s race with a time of 2:06:00, whereas Yuka Ando achieved the same position in the women’s division, finishing in 2:23:37. Both athletes demonstrated strong performances among international rivals.
This year’s Tokyo Marathon showcased talented athletes from Ethiopia, with both Takele and Kebede setting remarkable times that signify their prowess in long-distance running. Their victories contribute to Ethiopia’s rich tradition of excellence in the marathon discipline.
Ethiopian runners Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede demonstrated outstanding performance at the 2025 Tokyo Marathon, securing first place in the men’s and women’s competitions, respectively. Takele achieved a personal best, illustrating his readiness to compete at the highest level, while Kebede’s win exemplifies her consistent dominance in the marathon scene. Their achievements further highlight Ethiopia’s status as a powerhouse in distance running, with notable performances from local competitors as well.
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