Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands clinched the gold medal in the women’s marathon at the Paris 2024 Olympics, setting a new Olympic record with a time of 2:22:25 on Sunday, August 11. Hassan’s victory on the challenging Paris course adds to her remarkable achievements at these Games, where she also secured bronze medals in the 5,000m and 10,000m events.
The marathon route, known for its steep inclines and rapid descents, wound through some of Paris’s most iconic landmarks. Despite the grueling conditions, Hassan maintained her composure and strength, crossing the finish line ahead of a world-class field.
Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia earned the silver medal, finishing just three seconds behind Hassan with a time of 2:22:58. Kenya’s Hellen Obiri took bronze, completing the race in 2:23:10.
Hassan’s win in Paris is another milestone in her extraordinary career, which includes victories in the 2023 London and Chicago marathons. Her record-breaking performance in Paris not only demonstrates her exceptional versatility across distances but also cements her legacy as one of the greatest distance runners of her generation.
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