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Alphonce Simbu (L) edged out Amanal Petros of Germany in the men's marathon by 0.03s at the World Athletics Championships 2025. (Photo: Reuters)

WATCH: A photo finish to decide the men's marathon at World Athletics Championships 2025

September 15, 2025 1:39 pm

After the race, the timings of both Simbu and Petros read two hours, nine minutes and 48 seconds, the German taking silver despite entering the last stretch of the race as the leader in the Tokyo's National Stadium.

Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa crosses the finish line to win the women's elite race at London Marathon. (Reuters)

Tigst Assefa sets women's-only marathon world record at London: still 25 seconds slower than Radcliffe's 2003 mark in mixed race

April 28, 2025 1:59 pm

The 28-year-old clocked 2:15.50 to beat previous mark of 2:16:16 set last year in London by Kenyan Peres Jepchirchir.

Vineeta Singh runs 42 km marathon, sets personal best record: 'Only took me 17 years...'

March 05, 2025 3:27 pm

The journey from 5 km to 42 km is just a number; what matters is your determination

Ultra-runners not ultra-fit

January 18, 2014 3:17 am

A new study on effects of ultra-endurance exercise on athletes’ health found a high incidence of breathing problems and running-related injuries.

Joy of Giving Week: Marathon today to raise funds for poor patients

October 06, 2013 3:49 am

While some might say that charity begins at home,Pune Running,an organisation that holds marathons in the city throughout the year,believes that charity begins on the streets.