Ethiopian Athletes Sweep Tokyo Marathon with Wins in Men's and Women's Races

Ethiopian athletes dominated the Tokyo Marathon, with Tadese Takele winning the men's race and Sutume Asefa taking the women's title. Both athletes delivered outstanding performances, with Takele setting a personal best and Asefa securing a World Athletics Platinum-level victory.

Sun March 2, 2025 | 3 Minutes

The Tokyo Marathon saw Ethiopian athletes triumph in both the men's and women's categories.

In the men's race, Tadese Takele emerged victorious, while in the women's race, Sutume Asefa claimed the top spot.

At the World Athletics Platinum-level marathon, Sutume Asefa won the women's race with a time of 2:16:31, securing first place.

In the men's race, Tadese Takele won the Tokyo Marathon with a time of 2:03:23, setting a new personal best.

Additionally, Deresa Geleta finished in second place with a time of 2:03:51.

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