2024 Women's Olympic Marathon (Paris)
Race Day Weather
Warm start, hot finish
Runners will face a temperature rise from 67°F at the start to 83°F by the finish, with mild humidity at 51%. Light winds will provide a tailwind from miles 4-14, but a headwind from miles 15-24 could impact pacing. Given the rising heat, it is crucial for runners to start conservatively and stay hydrated, particularly as they tackle the climbs at miles 10 and 18.
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The women's Olympic marathon in Paris was held August 11, 2024, over a 42.195-kilometer course from the Hotel de Ville to Les Invalides via Versailles, climbing 436 meters. Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands won gold in 2:22:55, an Olympic record, edging Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia by three seconds -- the closest finish in the event's history. Hellen Obiri of Kenya took bronze in 2:23:10. Hassan's win completed a rare treble after 5,000m and 10,000m bronze medals earlier at the same Games. Wikipedia
