Kenya's running prowess took center stage at the 2024 Boston Marathon as John Korir and Sharon Lokedi sprinted into history books . Korir overcame a dramatic tumble at the race's start to claim victory in 2:04:45, channeling his brother Wesley Korir's 2012 triumph. The duo now cements their family as the first siblings to ever win the prestigious event.
'I told my brother I’d bring this home,' Korir grinned post-race, revealing he made his winning move at the 34km mark. Tanzania’s Alphonce Felix Simbu and Kenya’s Cybrian Kotut battled to a heart-stopping photo finish for second place, separated by milliseconds!
Meanwhile, Sharon Lokedi stunned fans by dethroning defending champ Hellen Obiri and setting a new women’s course record. While official times are pending, her stride-for-stride showdown with Obiri had crowds roaring .
This year’s race proves Kenya remains marathon royalty – and family ties can fuel greatness . Who’s ready for Paris 2024?
New Records & Family Legacy!
. Korir overcame a dramatic tumble at the race's start to claim victory in 2:04:45, channeling his brother Wesley Korir's 2012 triumph. The duo now cements their family as the first siblings to ever win the prestigious event. 
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. Who’s ready for Paris 2024?
