London, UK – The iconic London Marathon witnessed some stellar performances this year, with Ethiopia’s Tigist Asifa and Kenya’s Sebastian Savage emerging as the champions in the women’s and men’s categories, respectively. The race attracted over 56,000 runners from all corners of the world, including a notable contingent from Pakistan.

Tigist Asifa, the Olympic silver medalist, made history by clinching the women’s title in record time. Asifa completed the challenging 42.195 km course in an impressive 2 hours, 15 minutes, and 50 seconds, setting a new record for the event. Her exceptional speed, especially in the final 10 kilometers, left competitors trailing in her wake.

In the men’s race, Sebastian Savage from Kenya secured his first London Marathon victory with a remarkable time of 2 hours, 2 minutes, and 27 seconds. Savage showcased incredible stamina and speed, pushing hard in the final stretch to surpass his rivals and win the prestigious marathon in his debut appearance.

Amidst these elite athletes, over 40 Pakistani runners participated with great enthusiasm, displaying impressive determination and skill. The event was a true testament to the global spirit of the marathon, and Pakistani runners made their mark on the course.

Notably, 10 Pakistani runners completed the marathon in under 4 hours, showcasing remarkable endurance and commitment. Among them, Furqan Masood from Islamabad emerged as the fastest Pakistani, completing the race in 3 hours, 10 minutes, and 7 seconds. Salman Ilyas followed closely with a time of 3 hours, 18 minutes, while Fasih Saleh finished in 3 hours, 21 minutes.

Hamid Butt, a veteran marathoner, achieved a significant milestone by earning his second Six Star medal. He became the first Pakistani runner to complete the Six Star Marathon twice, a prestigious achievement that only a select group of elite marathoners have reached.

Among the female Pakistani runners, Amy Mir, a Pakistani-Norwegian athlete, led the way, completing the marathon in 3 hours, 52 minutes. Her impressive performance highlighted the growing presence of women in marathons and the global sporting stage.

This year’s London Marathon was not only a celebration of athletic excellence but also a moment of pride for Pakistani runners, who continue to make strides in long-distance running. The event reinforced the power of sport to unite people from diverse backgrounds and inspire future generations of athletes across the globe.