Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich has made history by breaking the women's marathon world record by nearly two minutes at the Chicago Marathon, finishing with an impressive time of two hours, nine minutes, and 56 seconds. This remarkable achievement makes her the first woman to complete a marathon in under two hours and ten minutes. The 30-year-old athlete expressed her joy, stating that the record was a "dream that has come true." She added, "I fight a lot thinking about the world record, and I have fulfilled it. I’m very grateful." Chepngetich's performance marks a significant milestone in marathon running and showcases her dedication and talent in the sport.

Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya made history at the Chicago Marathon on Sunday by shattering the women's marathon world record by nearly two minutes, finishing the race in an astonishing time of 2:09:56. With this remarkable achievement, Chepngetich became the first woman ever to complete a marathon in under 2 hours and 10 minutes. She surpassed the previous record of 2:11:53, which was held by Ethiopia's Tigist Assefa, set during the 2023 Berlin Marathon. This victory marks Chepngetich's third consecutive win at the Chicago Marathon, having also claimed titles in 2021 and 2022. The race also served as a poignant moment, with tributes paid to the late Kelvin Kiptum, honoring his memory during the event.