FORMER RECORD HOLDER KOSGEI SET FOR SYDNEY MARATHON

FORMER RECORD HOLDER KOSGEI SET FOR SYDNEY MARATHON

Comeback trail for the Kenyan star

Kenya’s Brigid Kosgei, the former women’s marathon world record holder, is officially set to compete in the 2025 Sydney Marathon this August 31st. The race, which is part of the World Athletics Platinum Label series, will see Kosgei attempt a major comeback after recent struggles with form and injuries.

Kosgei made headlines in 2019 when she smashed the world record at the Chicago Marathon with a blistering time of 2:14:04, a record that stood until 2023. Her appearance in Sydney marks a strategic move as she seeks to qualify for the World Marathon Majors and potentially the 2025 World Championships.

Race organizers confirmed her participation, calling her “one of the most exciting additions” to the elite field. All eyes will be on how the Kenyan legend performs as she looks to reclaim her spot among the best in the world.

 
FORMER RECORD HOLDER KOSGEI SET FOR SYDNEY MARATHON

Comeback trail for the Kenyan star
Kenya’s Brigid Kosgei, the former women’s marathon world record holder, is officially set to compete in the 2025 Sydney Marathon this August 31st. The race, which is part of the World Athletics Platinum Label series, will see Kosgei attempt a major comeback after recent struggles with form and injuries.
Kosgei made headlines in 2019 when she smashed the world record at the Chicago Marathon with a blistering time of 2:14:04, a record that stood until 2023. Her appearance in Sydney marks a strategic move as she seeks to qualify for the World Marathon Majors and potentially the 2025 World Championships.
Race organizers confirmed her participation, calling her “one of the most exciting additions” to the elite field. All eyes will be on how the Kenyan legend performs as she looks to reclaim her spot among the best in the world.