LA Marathon 2025: Matt Richtman, runner of Elburn, Illinois, is 1st American man to win Los Angeles Marathon in 31 years

LOS ANGELES — Matt Richtman won the 40th annual Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday, becoming the first American man to take the title in 31 years.

Achieving a personal milestone, he completed the course starting at Dodger Stadium and passing through various LA neighborhoods in 2 hours, 7 minutes, 56 seconds before ending in Century City.

Athanas Kioko of Kenya was second in 2:10.55. Moses Kurgat of Kenya took third in 2:13.13.

It was just Richtman’s second marathon, following his debut last fall at the Twin Cities Marathon with a time of 2:10.47 to finish fourth.

“Entering the marathon without a specific strategy, Richtman acknowledged the challenges of the race and decided to stay with the leading group until the halfway mark. Feeling strong, he took the lead and maintained it uncontested,” Richtman reflected on his performance.

Richtman, of Elburn, Illinois, was a member of the Montana State cross-country team, earning All-America honors as a junior in 2022-23.

American Paul Pilkington won the 1994 edition in 2:12.13.

In the women’s race, Tejinesh Tulu of Ethiopia took the title in 2:30.16.

Following closely behind, Antonina Kwambai of Kenya finished in second place with a time of 2:30.19. Savannah Berry from Orem, Utah, secured the third position in 2:30.31, a significant improvement from her previous competition at the U.S. Olympic trials where she finished 12th.

Copyright © 2025 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.

You May Also Like
World leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV, first American pontiff

Meet Pope Leo XIV, a Villanova graduate, who expresses himself using symbolic and devout religious references.

Amidst a serene ambiance of quietude, Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti addressed a…
Marjorie Taylor Greene reveals whether she will challenge incumbent Democrat of Georgia Senate seat

Marjorie Taylor Greene discloses her decision on running against the current Democrat in the Georgia Senate race

Marjorie Taylor Greene announced on Friday that she will not be challenging…
'Deny Reality': Karoline Leavitt Confirms White House Policy For Pronoun Displaying Journalists

Video: Karoline Leavitt strongly criticizes reporter questioning the extent of Trump’s authority

During a White House Press briefing on Friday, Leavitt faced a series…
 'Rivals' season two: See behind-the-scenes clip as cast gathers for first table read

Exploring ‘Rivals’ Season Two: Get a Sneak Peek of the Cast as They Gather for the First Table Read

LOS ANGELES — The Cotswolds are calling and “Rivals” is answering. Filming…
‘Doctor Odyssey’ Episode 17: A Tidal Wave And A Tsunami Of Guest Stars Including Jim O’Heir and Christopher Gorham

Exciting new guests Jim O’Heir and Christopher Gorham in Episode 17 of ‘Doctor Odyssey’: A Story of Waves

If this really is the end for Doctor Odyssey, Ryan Murphy is…
Madonna accidentally reveals unusual $23K item in bathroom of her mansion that only the very rich have

Madonna stumbles upon a strange $23,000 object in her mansion bathroom that only wealthy individuals own

Madonna revealed an interesting medical device in the bathroom of her opulent $40M…
Pope Leo XIV: How his views compare to those of Pope Francis

A Comparison of the Views of Pope Leo XIV and Pope Francis

Cardinal Robert Prevost was selected as the next Pope after Pope Francis…
Pope Leo XIV's has deep roots on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs, including teaching at St. Rita High School

Pope Leo XIV has strong connections to Chicago’s South Side and surrounding suburbs, where he worked as a teacher at St. Rita High School

CHICAGO (WLS) — Pope Leo and his family have a long history…
The new Pope's bling: A £500,000 ring, priceless clifftop retreat, luxurious Vatican apartments and bullet-proof pope-mobile set to be bestowed on Leo XIV

Leo XIV to receive lavish gifts: £500,000 ring, cliff-top retreat, Vatican apartments, and bulletproof vehicle

The upcoming pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, is soon to acquire the invaluable…
Dramatic moment Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is arrested outside of ICE facility in New Jersey

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka arrested outside ICE facility in New Jersey in a dramatic moment

The mayor of Newark was arrested at an ICE detention facility in…
Tufts University student detained by ICE granted bail by federal judge

Federal judge grants bail to Tufts University student detained by ICE

Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University student, was recently granted bail by a…
Teddi Mellencamp bravely steps out in LA amid stage four cancer battle after heartbreaking update

Teddi Mellencamp courageously appears in Los Angeles despite fighting stage four cancer following a devastating announcement.

Teddi Mellencamp displayed her strength during a recent outing in Los Angeles…