Obiri Joins Elite Women’s Field for Boston Marathon

Two-time world 5000m champion Hellen Obiri, has been confirmed to participate in the Boston Marathon scheduled for April 17.

Obiri will be competing in a full marathon for the second time in her career after finishing sixth in her debut at the New York City Marathon last year.

The Boston Marathon will be Obiri’s third race this year, following her win at the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon in February and the New York City Half Marathon earlier this month.

“I have been training so well and if I get a faster course, I can do very well. We have agreed with my coach that if I get another marathon, I will do it again,” said Obiri after winning the New York City Half Marathon in a new course record on March 19.

Obiri joins an impressive field of Kenyan athletes including two-time winner Edna Kiplagat, New York City Marathon champion Sharon Lokedi, and 2021 London Marathon champion Joyciline Jepkosgei.

Also competing are Mary Ngugi, who placed third in last year’s race, Sheila Chepkirui, Angela Tanui, Celestine Chepchirchir, Fancy Chemutai, and Maurine Chepkemoi.