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World’s greatest men’s marathoner will run Boston Marathon for the first time in 2023

The incomparable Eliud Kipchoge has won four of the world's six marathon majors and two Olympic gold medals, but Boston has been on his bucket list.

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PC grad Emily Sisson recounts setting US marathon record
On Rhode Island Report podcast, Sisson said her watch shut down but when fans urged her on, she dashed to the finish, smashing the record in Chicago with a time of 2 hours, 18 minutes, 29 seconds.

B.A.A. Half Marathon
Photos: After a three-year hiatus, the BAA Half Marathon returned on a chilly, rainy morning
Geoffrey Koech and Viola Chepngeno pulled off a Kenyan sweep of Sunday's event held at Franklin Park.

John Powers | On Marathon

New York City Marathon a win for return to normalcy — and dominance by the Kenyans

For the first time since 2019 there was a full 50,000-runner field at the start, ready to celebrate a hardtop season that began and ended without upheaval.

2021 Boston Marathon champion Diana Kipyokei is provisionally stripped of title for doping

Kipyokei would be the second Kenyan women’s winner in seven years to have her title taken away, following Rita Jeptoo in 2014.

In its search for a race sponsor, BAA may well put the Boston Marathon’s name up for sale

Are Bostonians ready for the iconic race to be renamed in the interests of financial feasibility? It could happen.

What are the chances that marathon record-breaker Eliud Kipchoge will run Boston in April?

The BAA is optimistic that he'll turn up in Hopkinton sooner or later, and given the upcoming calendar and the advanced stage of his career, it makes sense that it be sooner.

Top stories

Eight lead changes and an elbow-to-elbow showdown highlight a thrilling 2022 Boston Marathon
It was a Kenyan sweep in the top divisions of the iconic race, which returned to its traditional April running.

Sports are all about winning. The Boston Marathon reminds us we can do it together.
The Marathon was best captured by the women’s race, where competition and camaraderie ran stride for stride.

Here’s how celebrities and notable people did at the 2022 Boston Marathon
Henry Richard and Matt Kenseth have crossed the finish line. Here's the latest on more notable people running today.

Photos: Scenes from a sun-splashed 2022 Boston Marathon
Ideal conditions greeted the participants in the 126th edition of the world's most famous marathon.

How it happened: The 2022 Boston Marathon brought tears and triumph along 26.2 miles
The Marathon returned to its Patriots Day date for the first time in three years, and it was a Kenyan sweep in the elite races with Evans Chebet and Peres Jepchirchir winning.

See full results from the 2022 Boston Marathon
See the results of every runner in this year's race.

Eliud Kipchoge clocks 2:01:09 to smash his own marathon world record in Berlin

Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge bettered his own world record in the Berlin Marathon on Sunday.

No qualifiers turned away as BAA announces initial Boston Marathon field size

A total of 23,267 qualified runners consisting of 13,315 men, 9,930 women, and 22 non-binary athletes have been admitted to the field for the 127th edition of the event.

Explainer: What the Boston Marathon’s decision to add option for nonbinary participants means

For the first time, nonbinary athletes won't have to misgender themselves to submit qualifying times to the Boston Marathon. Here's how it works.

Boston Marathon to welcome nonbinary athletes to 2023 race

Organizers confirmed the change as registration opened Monday for the 127th running of the marathon on April 17, 2023.

After nearly 40 years, John Hancock to step back from sponsorship of Boston Marathon

“Although our sponsorship will come to an end, we intend to make our final race as principal sponsor a special one," said Marianne Harrison, chief executive of the Boston-based life insurer.

When the 1970s running boom kicked in, Bill Squires was its Massachusetts mastermind

Squires, who died Thursday at 89, was born to coach, and he steered home many a Boston Marathon champion.

Boston Marathon TV coverage will move to Channel 5/ESPN as of next year

The new partnership, a five-year deal, ends the longtime ties that WBZ (Channel 4) had to the marathon.

CNN host John Berman tells viewers about medical emergency he suffered while running Boston Marathon

John Berman, a Carlisle native, on Monday addressed the medical emergency he suffered while running Boston Marathon on April 18. The CNN anchor spent three days recovering at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and he thanked the medical professionals there for saving his life.

How Peloton instructor Jess Sims came to run the 2022 Boston Marathon for bombing survivor Michele Blackburn

Blackburn went nine years without attending the Marathon after the bombing in 2013 nearly claimed her legs. But on this past Monday, she returned for the first time.

After conquering the Boston Marathon, Peres Jepchirchir sets her sights on a world record

Nothing seems out of reach for the Kenyan star, who added Boston to her wins in the Olympics and New York in the last nine months.

He makes sure everyone runs their marathon. Then he goes back to Hopkinton and begins his own.

Once again, indefatigable race director Dave McGillivray, 67, made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish — including himself. It was his 50th Boston Marathon, and he's not stopping anytime soon.

Video: He dreamed of running the Boston Marathon. On Monday, this Guatemalan native lived out his dream.

After connecting with Stride for Stride, Estuardo Calel accomplished something he could only dream of.

Vídeo: Inmigrante de Guatemala vive su sueño al correr la Maratón de Boston

Desde que emigró a Boston desde su Guatemala natal en el 2005, Estuardo Calel ha soñado con correr la Maratón de Boston.

‘Really freaking disappointed’: Molly Seidel expands on why she dropped out of the 2022 Boston Marathon

In an Instagram post on Tuesday morning, the former Boston resident dived in to what went down that led her to drop out around Mile 16.

How it happened: The 2022 Boston Marathon brought tears and triumph along 26.2 miles

The Marathon returned to its Patriots Day date for the first time in three years, and it was a Kenyan sweep in the elite races with Evans Chebet and Peres Jepchirchir winning.

See full results from the 2022 Boston Marathon

See the results of every runner in this year's race.

Eight lead changes and an elbow-to-elbow showdown highlight a thrilling 2022 Boston Marathon

It was a Kenyan sweep in the top divisions of the iconic race, which returned to its traditional April running.

‘This is the day to live for.’ Region basks in return of Patriots Day atmosphere.

Following the difficult COVID years and with the memory of the 2013 attack still lingering, Monday seemed like the day that Boston needed — and deserved. The sky was clear with a crisp breeze, and the atmosphere was made even more buoyant by the celebratory mood of the runners and onlookers.

Red Sox

Thoughts on five issues the Red Sox need to address as Winter Meetings get underway

Just like the last time the Red Sox were in San Diego for Winter Meetings in 2019, a large cloud hangs over the organization.

Xander Bogaerts is getting plenty of free agent interest, but the Red Sox are falling out of contention

It seems the star shortstop's time in Boston is coming to an end.

Injury protection included in Jacob deGrom’s big-money deal with Texas

After the two-time Cy Young winner missed much of the last two seasons, Texas has a conditional option for 2028 that would be triggered if deGrom has Tommy John surgery or any long-term injury to his right elbow or shoulder.

Patriots

Week 13 Review: Move over, Chiefs and Bills. The AFC belongs to the Bengals (until further notice)

After an 0-2 start, Burrow and the Bengals are now proving that last year’s Super Bowl run was no fluke

Ravens less concerned about another late-season Lamar Jackson injury

The Baltimore quarterback never returned after being sacked by Denver’s Jonathon Cooper on the final play of the first quarter, but Tyler Huntley engineer a late touchdown drive in the closing minutes for a victory.

Joe Burrow tops Patrick Mahomes again, rallies Bengals past Chiefs

With Kansas City leading in the fourth quarter, Cincinnati linebacker Germaine Pratt stripped Travis Kelce after a catch and recovered the fumble. Burrow then completed six of seven passes for the eventual winning score.

Bruins

Vegas coach Bruce Cassidy retains a deep appreciation for Bruins

Cassidy spent 14 seasons with the franchise, including a successful six-year run as head coach

Bruins’ alumni game provides a first for Zdeno Chara - playing alongside Ray Bourque

"Such a legend of the sport, for the city, for the organization," Chara said of Ray Bourque. "Even if it’s a charity game for a good cause, it’s a privilege and honor.”

Bruins overwhelm Avalanche to win 14th straight at home

David Pastrnak and Trent Frederic scored two goals each in the Bruins's devastating attack against the defending Stanley Cup champions.

Celtics

Jaylen Brown leads Celtics with 34 points while defense seals victory over Nets

On Sunday Jaylen Brown had his best burst of this season, when he started the game by drilling five 3-pointers in a row.

Kyrie Irving considers him a ‘brother’ now but Jaylen Brown understands relationship differently

"Our relationship [has improved]," Brown said of Irving. "We’ve been able to have conversations. We’ve been able to talk to each other."

After completing two five-on-five sessions, Robert Williams could be back on court with Celtics soon

“We just want to make sure he’s in the right place when he comes back, so he’s doing a great job and doing the best he can,” said coach Joe Mazzulla.

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