Sharon Lokedi
Kenya
Sharon Lokedi is a talented long-distance runner from Kenya, known for her excellence in both track and road racing events. She made headlines with her victory in the prestigious New York City Marathon and has a strong collegiate background in the United States, where she was an NCAA champion in the 10,000 meters.
Personal Bests
Half Marathon
1:07:04
3/16/2025
Marathon
The XXXIII Olympic Games
2:23:14
8/11/2024
10 Kilometres Road
31:04
6/8/2024
Marathon
2:22:45
4/15/2024
10 Kilometres Road
30:52
6/11/2022
Major Championships
The XXXIII Olympic Games - Marathon
2:23:14
Recent Mentions
“I just like being an underdog. It has this feeling that almost reduces the pressure… I’m not going to change anything, but I’m going to try and go out there and show everyone that I can do it. That it’s possible.”
In a race built on tradition, it takes something truly special to rewrite history, and that's exactly what Sharon Lokedi delivered at the 2025 Boston Marathon. Facing off once again with Hellen Obiri, the two-time defending champion and the Olympic bronze medalist, Lokedi flipped the script.
When Obiri made a move with about one mile to go, Sharon just didn't hang on; she countered with a decisive surge of her own, and the result was a 2:17:22 victory – the fastest Boston Marathon ever run by a woman, smashing the old course record by more than 2.5 minutes. It was a win built on boldness.
Lokedi stayed composed through an aggressive early pace, answered every challenge and move along the way, and delivered a ferocious negative split. In the process, she claimed her place in history not just as a champion, but as a new standard bearer for women's marathoning in Boston.
Today, Sharon joins me to talk about the race that had her questioning the pace the whole entire way, her rivalry with Hellen Obiri, and how belief, guts, and a little bit of joy carried her all the way to the finish line into the arms of her mother on Boylston Street.
Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram
Guest: Sharon Lokedi | @shazrine on Instagram
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Jason and Kevin quickly recap the Boston Marathon and discuss the performances of John Korir, Sharon Lokedi and Conner Mantz. Then, they preview the London Marathon and analyze Faith Kipyegon's sub-four mile attempt.
Check out COROS for super accurate data. I use the COROS Pace 3 and arm HR monitor: https://noxl.ink/h-nIrw In this video I go to the Boston Marathon to experience marathon Monday magic, cheer on my sister in her Boston debut, host an event with Oiselle, and continue my comeback from a running injury. I got to see the professional races including Des Linden's last pro road marathon, Conner Mantz personal best performance, Sharon Lokedi's course record win, and plenty of other inspiring runs. I also got to support and cheer on my sister, which was so special after witnessing all the work she has put into this. I loved this weekend so much, and I'm leaving it inspired to run a marathon! #BostonMarathon #AllieOstrander Our PODCAST! https://open.spotify.com/show/7bHea98O7f25FiTVSP5AEn?si=708303c1dc1d44a7 Oiselle apparel: Oiselle.com Try LMNT electrolytes: https://www.drinkLMNT.com/allie for a free sample pack. Transparent Labs Products: use code ALLIE for 10% off! https://athlete.transparentlabs.com/allie13 Check out Shokz headphones: https://sdqk.shokz.com/Allie/voXXrc35?utm_content=link Chirp Rollers: 10% off with code OSTRANDER https://get.aspr.app/SHH9R My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allie_ostrander
An historic day on Boylston for the 2025 Boston Marathon. Sharon Lokedi finally bested her long-time rival and two-time defending champion Hellen Obiri. @shazrine not only upgraded her 2nd place finish from last year to take home the golden wreath, she also took home a shiny new course record. I guess an historic effort is what it takes to beat @hellenobiri . @jesstonn came in with the goal of being Top American and got the job done. @anniefrisb3 had the kind of day we’ve all been hoping/expecting her to have for so long now, coming in 2nd American and 8th overall (her second Top 10 finish at a world marathon major). @emmajanelbates came in third American. Olympian @dakotahlindwurm was fourth American. And @des_linden came in 5th American in an emotional finish for her last professional marathon. . On the men’s side, 2024 Chicago Marathon champion John Korir took the win, quieting any doubts that the winner on the flat and fast Chicago course might not be able to handle hills. People must have forgotten that @korir564 was a two-time winner of the very hilly LA Marathon. The North American men also had a solid showing, with @connermantz just narrowly missing the podium by getting out kicked by CyBrian Kotut @kimurgorkotut @rory_linkletter came in as top Canadian and 6th overall. Fellow BYU alum @_clayton_young_ came in 7th for 2nd American.
Boston Marathon: Mantz breaks through, Sharon Lokedi breaks Obiri/CR, & is John Korir the new king?
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8 days ago
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The 2025 Boston Marathon promises an exciting blend of redemption stories, debut intrigue, and head-to-head rivalries across both elite fields. On the men’s side, defending champion Sisay Lemma returns after last year’s audacious front-running victory, facing off against 2024 Chicago champ John Korir, two-time Boston winner Evans Chebet, rising Kenyan Daniel Mateiko, and U.S. hopeful Conner Mantz. Other contenders include Lesotho’s Tebello Ramakongoana and Americans Clayton Young and CJ Albertson, each hoping to outlast the pack or capitalize on race-day chaos.
In the women’s race, Hellen Obiri is chasing a rare three-peat in Boston, entering as the clear favorite despite a strong field. She’ll be challenged by past podium finishers Amane Beriso and Sharon Lokedi, 2:16 marathoner Yalemzerf Yehualaw, and rising marathon star Irene Cheptai. The American field is led by Keira D’Amato in her Boston debut, Emma Bates returning to form, and Dakota Popehn riding Olympic momentum. Young talents like Gabi Rooker, Jessica McClain, and Jackie Gaughan round out a promising domestic squad, with veterans Des Linden and Sara Vaughn adding experience to the mix.
Cooler temperatures, slight winds, and the Newton Hills promise another unpredictable Patriot’s Day. Tactics, toughness, and timing will determine who claims the tape on Boylston.
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Sharon Lokedi On What She Learned From The Boston Marathon Race vs. Hellen Obiri Before 2025 Rematch
CITIUS MAG
11 days ago
Sharon Lokedi shares her takeaways from finishing second at the Boston Marathon in 2024 and her thoughts heading into this year's Boston Marathon. Sharon Lokedi | 2022 NYC Champ, 2024 Boston runner-up | 2:22:45 Personal Best (Boston, 2024) "Lokedi would surely love to flip the script on Obiri after finishing behind her in three straight marathons in 2024, including a runner-up finish in Boston one year ago. The 31-year-old is cut from a very similar mold as her fellow Kenyan in many ways: a tough game-day performer who thrives in championship settings and whose personal best doesn’t reflect her talent or resume. And she sent a clear message to the competition that she’s here to win it with a victory at the NYC Half in March, beating U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials champ Fiona O’Keeffe by 42 seconds. Often, it feels like Lokedi flies under the radar despite her incredible run of road racing over the last few years, and that might be the best asset in her disposal come Monday. Surely, Obiri or anyone else would be silly to discount a WMM champion’s chances, but if Lokedi can fly under the radar in the lead pack as long as possible, she’s as well-equipped as anyone to battle for the win over the final few miles, and one of these days, she’s bound to (re-)flip the script on her rival." FULL PREVIEW: https://citiusmag.beehiiv.com/p/2025-boston-marathon-elite-fields-preview Race results information and live tracking will be available on the Boston Marathon app. FOLLOW CITIUS MAG ▶ Subscribe to the podcast: https://apple.co/3Byp72I ▶ On Twitter: http://twitter.com/CitiusMag ▶ On Instagram: http://instagram.com/citiusmag ▶ On Facebook: http://facebook.com/citiusmag ▶ Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/citiusmag ▶ On our website: http://citiusmag.com For other inquiries, contact us: chris@citiusmag.com
Chris Chavez, Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer will preview all of the top athletes and storylines to watch for the men's and women's elite races at the 2025 Boston Marathon. Sisay Lemma, Hellen Obiri, John Korir, Sharon Lokedi, Evans Chebet, Conner Mantz, Clayton Young, Yalemzerf Yehualaw, Edna Kiplagat, CJ Albertson, Zach Panning Amane Beriso, Yalemzerf Yehualaw, Keira D’Amato, Sara Hall, Emma Bates, Dakotah Popehn are among the notable stars competing at the historic race. We will also share our picks at the end of the show. HOW TO WATCH THE RACE ON TV: All the Marathon Monday action gets underway on April 21st with pro races beginning at 9 a.m. The professional men’s field starts at 9:37 am E.T. and the pro women at 9:47 am E.T. Locally, the race will be viewable live on TV or online at WCVB-5. If you’re not in Massachusetts, the race will be shown live on ESPN2 with coverage beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. PRESENTED BY PUMA – Show presented by PUMA | The all-new Fast-R NITRO™ Elite 3 is here — and it's built to move you faster than ever before. Crafted with cutting-edge design + backed by science from UMass Amherst, this race-day shoe delivers a 3.15% boost in running economy (vs. the Fast-R 2) — which could mean shaving over 4.5 minutes off a 3-hour marathon time. Designed for serious speed. Proven to change the game. Get your edge. Lace up in the Fast-R NITRO™ Elite 3. A limited global drop will go live on PUMA.com, in PUMA flagship stores and in select retailers across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Australia from Friday 25 April. Follow CITIUS MAG ▶ Subscribe to the podcast: https://apple.co/3Byp72I ▶ On Twitter: http://twitter.com/CitiusMag ▶ On Instagram: http://instagram.com/citiusmag ▶ On Facebook: http://facebook.com/citiusmag ▶ On our website: http://citiusmag.com For partnership or sponsorship inquiries: chris@citiusmag.com Thanks for watching - please like, share and comment, and subscribe! #bostonmarathon
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In this special race-day edition of Set the Pace, Olympian Carrie Tollefson gets the very first interviews with 2025 United Airlines NYC Half champions Sharon Lokedi, Abel Kipchumba, Manuela Schär and Geert Schipper, who led more than 28,600 athletes through Brooklyn and Manhattan to the finish line in Central Park.
Geert Schipper at: (01:45)
Manuela Schär at: (15:22)
Sharon Lokedi at: (22:34)
Abel Kipchumba! at:( 30:51)
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Sharon Lokedi Talks 2025 Boston Marathon Preperation After Winning NYC Half in 1:07
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about 1 month ago
Sharon Lokedi after running 1:07:04 for 1st place at the 2025 NYC Half Marathon FOLLOW CITIUS MAG ▶ Subscribe to the podcast: https://apple.co/3Byp72I ▶ On Twitter: http://twitter.com/CitiusMag ▶ On Instagram: http://instagram.com/citiusmag ▶ On Facebook: http://facebook.com/citiusmag ▶ Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/citiusmag ▶ On our website: http://citiusmag.com For other inquiries, contact us: chris@citiusmag.com Thanks for watching - please like, share and comment, and subscribe! Help us continue to bring track and field to your home and become a member today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjyDlyHPHLhcIT8ov53d5qg/join
This week, Olympian Sharon Lokedi joins Rob and Becs to talk about getting ready for the United Airlines NYC Half and splitting her time between Flagstaff, Arizona and her native Kenya. Sharon discusses her transition from collegiate running to professional road racing and winning the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon in her marathon debut. She talks about her experience running the Paris 2024 Olympic Marathon and how she managed her training as a late addition to the race. She reflects on her role inspiring young runners, particularly young women in Kenya, and the foundation she has established to support young athletes. Plus, our member moment features Evan McKiernan, who has been a part of the NYRR community for over a decade, running 70 races since 2012, and volunteering at many more.
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