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?
