The 50th running of the Marine Corps Marathon saw a record performance by the women's winner and a third win for the men's winner, Marine Major Kyle King.
Tessa Barrett, a 29-year-old Arlington resident, crossed the finish line at the Marine Corps War Memorial with a course-record time of 2:34:08, claiming the women's title and securing her second consecutive MCM victory.
Marine Major Kyle King defended his crown with a winning time of 2:18:51, having previously won in 2024 and 2022, and holding off a strong international contingent.
The race drew over 40,000 registered runners, making it the third-largest marathon in North America and surpassing Boston's field for the first time.
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Author's summary: Marine Corps Marathon sets new record with over 40,000 runners.