Berlin marathon results 2026

On 27 September 2026, the 52nd edition of the Berlin Marathon concluded with spectacular performances on the city's famously fast course. In the men’s elite race, Ethiopian legend Kenenisa Bekele secured a commanding victory, crossing the finish line in an unofficial time of 2:01:48. Bekele’s tactical masterclass saw him break away from a lead pack of Kenyan challengers at the 35-kilometer mark, maintaining a blistering pace through the Brandenburg Gate to claim his second title in the German capital. The women’s race was equally historic, as Tigst Assefa successfully defended her crown with a dominant display of endurance. Assefa clocked a remarkable 2:13:12, narrowly missing her own world record but solidifying her status as the premier marathoner of the current era. The race conditions were near-perfect, with cool temperatures and minimal wind contributing to a high number of personal bests among the professional field. Thousands of amateur runners followed the elites, celebrating the event's return to its traditional late-September slot, which continues to be a cornerstone of the World Marathon Majors circuit.