Sabastian Sawe triumphs at the Berlin Marathon with record time!

Sabastian Sawe triumphs at the Berlin Marathon with record time!

The 51st Berlin Marathon made headlines on September 21, 2025, and not without reason. Olympics.com reports that Sabastian Sawe won the prestigious race. With a time of 2:02:15 hours, the Kenyan crossed the finish line, almost ten seconds above his personal best, thus securing the fastest marathon time of 2025.

The extraordinary weather, which caused temperatures to rise to 24 degrees Celsius, posed a challenge for the runners. Known for its fast routes, Berlin has once again proven why it is considered one of the best marathon courses in the world. While Sawe celebrated his achievement beaming and with both arms in the air, the competition was also strong - especially among the German runners.

Fast legs and new records

In the women's competition it was Rosemary Wanjiru who triumphed with a time of 2:21:05 hours. The best German runner, Hendrik Peiffer, reached the finish in 2:09:13 hours, which secured him eighth place in the overall field. Peiffer had already hoped for a finish time of 2:07:00 hours, but couldn't quite withstand the hot weather. HDSports.n provides comprehensive statistics and rankings that are of great interest to runners as they provide important information about times and placings.

If you look beyond what happened in Berlin, you can see that Sawe was also one of the front runners in London; He also won there with 2:02:27 hours. Independent.co.uk reports, that Sabastian Sawe, while Eliud Kipchoge, who is always in the discussion about marathon legends, only finished fifth in London. While the international competition remains strong, Sawe has become a real top favorite in recent years.

A look into the future

Results like those of Sawe and Wanjiru not only bring celebration to the athletes, they also have an impact on the entire marathon community. Given the tense competition conditions, runners must prepare for future events, with reliable data crucial. Platforms like HDSports can help compile current results and training data to best evaluate performance and progress.

With the Berlin Marathon, Berlin not only remains a hotspot for marathon lovers, but also continues to set standards for future competitions in the world of running. In a competition that grows from year to year, one thing is certain: the desire for faster times and new records will never end.