Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2024: Kenyan Moses Kemei Crosses Finish Line First
Tens of thousands of runners took to the streets of Dublin on Sunday, October 27, 2024, for the 43rd running of the Irish Life Dublin Marathon. Kenyan athlete Moses Kemei was crowned the champion, crossing the finish line with a personal best time of 2:08:47.
The race, starting at Leeson Street Lower at 8:40 am, saw participants winding their way through the city before concluding at Mount Street Upper. Among the thousands of runners this year were international athletes, wheelchair participants, charity runners, and first-timers.
Key Results
- Men’s Overall Winner: Moses Kemei (Kenya) – 2:08:47
- Men’s Irish National Champion: Hiko Tonosa (Dundrum South Dublin AC) – 2:09:42
- First Wheelchair Participant: Sean Frame (Scotland) – 1:45:13
- Women’s Overall Winner: Asmirach Nega – 2:24:13 (course record)
- Women’s Irish National Champion: Ann-Marie McGlynn (Letterkenny AC) – 2:34:05
Notable Participants
The race attracted several notable participants, including:
- Actor Colin Farrell: Running in honor of his friend Emma Fogarty, who has the rare skin condition EB.
- Colette O’Hagan: Completing her 1,000th Marathon at the age of 74.
Large crowds lined the route to cheer on the runners throughout the day. Municipal transport was significantly disrupted due to the road closures associated with the highly popular event.
And they’re off! #irishlifedublinmarathon pic.twitter.com/B6Skn5YXwN
— Joan O’Sullivan (@JoanStories) October 27, 2024
The Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2024 proved to be another resounding success, showcasing the city’s dedication to sport and the unwavering spirit of its runners
Want to participate in next year’s Irish Life Dublin Marathon? For more information, check out the official website: