2024 Women's Olympic Marathon (Paris)
Race Day Weather
Warm afternoon, adjust pace wisely
Runners will face a temperature increase from 61°F at the start to a warm 86°F by the finish, with average humidity around 61%. A gentle tailwind from miles 5 to 14 will aid pace, but runners should prepare for a headwind from miles 16 to 24, especially during the climbs at miles 10 and 18. Hydration is crucial, and pacing should be adjusted to account for the rising temperatures in the afternoon.
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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
