Ruth Chepng'etich third Chicago marathon title quest

Two-time Chicago Marathon champion Ruth Chepng’etich is eying to enter into annals of history as she lines up tomorrow for the 2024 Chicago marathon.

 

Chepng’etich claimed back-to-back victories in 2021 and 2022 and she will be eying for a third title in the race.

Chepng’etich, who is the fourth fastest woman in marathon history has a personal best of 2:14:18, set at the 2022 Chicago Marathon, is one of the fastest ever recorded.

 

"I am hoping to win for the third time, as I was the runner-up last time, and I am optimistic for the best outcome," Chepng’etich said.

 

Last year, despite finishing second behind Sifan Hassan, she clocked an impressive 2:14:18, reinforcing her dominance on the Chicago course.

 

"I will be aiming for a course record and to improve my personal best, and I’m hoping for better race conditions in terms of the weather."

She will be facing stiff competion from other athletes who have posted impressive times. They include, Joyciline Jepkosgei, the 2021 London Marathon winner.

 

Returning to Chicago after finishing fourth last year with a time of 2:17:23 she will be a force to reckon. She improved her personal best to 2:16:24 in London earlier this year.

 

Ethiopia’s Sutume Kebede, who is also a sub-2:17 marathoner is on the list, alongside other Ethiopian standouts such as Degitu Azimeraw, Ashete Bekere, and Hiwot Gebrekidan, will provide a fierce challenge to Chepng’etich’s quest for a third title.