Breaking News: Ethiopian Runners Sweep Madrid Marathon; Derara Hurisa & Maritu Ketema Claim Titles in 2:09:12 & 2:25:55 Respectively, After Impressive Solitary Runs
heading: Ethiopian Double Delights at Madrid Marathon
subheading: Record Breaks and Drama Unfold in Spanish Capital
The 2025 Madrid Marathon saw an Ethiopian splash, with Derara Hurisa and Maritu Ketema leading the charge in the elite races on Sunday. The pace was hot, and the competition even hotter, culminating in new records and thrilling finishes. Let’s dive into the action.
Men’s Marathon: A Hurisa Soliloquy
Derara Hurisa, fresh from a disqualification at the 2021 Vienna City Marathon due to unusually thick shoe soles, redeemed himself in style. He ran alone for the latter part of the marathon, clocking an impressive 2:09:12, a clear winner by 16 seconds.
His compatriot Limenih Getachew took silver in 2:09:28, leaving Spain’s Yago Rojo to round out the podium with a time of 2:09:37. “I knew I had to prove myself, and I’m glad I could do it today,” said Hurisa, beaming with pride.
Did you know?
Derara Hurisa’s gutsy performance was reminiscent of Eliud Kipchoge’s solo run at the 2018 Berlin Marathon, where he broke the world record.
Women’s Marathon: Ketema’s PB and Ethiopian one-two
Maritu Ketema’s day got even better as she shattered her personal best by five minutes to claim the women’s title in 2:25:55. Her fellow Ethiopian, Zinash Dibebe, was a close second, finishing just over a minute behind.
Kenya’s Betty Chepkorir completed the podium, crossing the line in 2:28:58. Ketema’s domination caps off a remarkable year for Ethiopian women in marathon running, with several records tumbling recently.
Pro Tip
Maritu Ketema’s daring strategy of attacking early paid off handsomely. Don’t be afraid to set ambitious targets; sometimes, you might surprise yourself!
Full Results and What’s Next?
The complete list of results for the men’s and women’s elite races can be found here. With just a few months until the World Championships, expect more gripping drama and record-breaking performances. Will Derara Hurisa and Maritu Ketema continue their winning streak? Stay tuned!
FAQs
- Who were the winners of the 2025 Madrid Marathon? Derara Hurisa (Men’s) and Maritu Ketema (Women’s)
- What were their winning times? Derara Hurisa (2:09:12), Maritu Ketema (2:25:55)
- When is the next major marathon event? The World Championships are coming up in a few months
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