Shure Demise Smashes Course Record to Win 2026 Paris Marathon

PARIS — Ethiopia’s Shure Demise delivered a commanding performance on the streets of the French capital on Sunday, April 12, 2026, claiming victory in the women’s race and setting a new course record. In the men’s division, Italy’s Yemaneberhan Crippa crossed the finish line first to secure the title in an event that drew nearly 60,000 runners.

Demise finished the race in 2:18:33, a time that not only secured her the win but shattered the previous course record by more than a minute. Her performance cements her place in the history of the Paris Marathon, which remains the largest running event in France in terms of finishers.

Demise Dominates the Women’s Field

The women’s race was defined by Demise’s relentless pace. The Ethiopian athlete managed to distance herself from the competition, eventually crossing the line to establish a new benchmark for the event. The depth of the field was evident in the final standings, with Kenya’s Magdalyne Masai and Ethiopia’s Misgane Alemayehu rounding out the top three positions.

For those following the evolution of the race, Demise’s 2:18:33 mark represents a significant leap in performance for the Paris course, which has historically been one of the most prestigious stops on the global road-running calendar.

Crippa Secures Men’s Victory

On the men’s side, Yemaneberhan Crippa of Italy emerged as the fastest man in Paris. Crippa’s victory was the result of a grueling battle against a high-caliber international field. Following closely behind Crippa were Ethiopia’s Bayelign Teshager and Kenya’s Sila Kiptoo, who secured the second and third spots, respectively.

Although Crippa took the top podium spot, the men’s course record remains 2:04:21, set by Elisha Rotich in 2021.

A Global Stage in the City of Light

The 2026 edition of the marathon showcased the scale of the event, with nearly 60,000 participants navigating the city. The race followed its traditional, scenic route, beginning along the iconic Champs-Élysées. From there, runners headed southeast toward the Bois de Vincennes before looping back through the city along the River Seine.

The event concluded on Avenue Foch, where the elite athletes and thousands of amateur runners finished their 42.195 km journey. As a World Athletics Elite Label event, the Paris Marathon continues to attract the world’s top distance talent, maintaining its status as one of the five largest marathons globally.

Note for readers: The standard marathon distance of 42.195 km was established by the IAAF in 1921, a standard the Paris Marathon has followed since the transition from its earlier “Tour de Paris” era.

2026 Paris Marathon Quick Results

• Women’s Winner: Shure Demise (Ethiopia) — 2:18:33 (Course Record)
• Women’s Podium: 1. Shure Demise, 2. Magdalyne Masai (Kenya), 3. Misgane Alemayehu (Ethiopia)
• Men’s Winner: Yemaneberhan Crippa (Italy)
• Men’s Podium: 1. Yemaneberhan Crippa, 2. Bayelign Teshager (Ethiopia), 3. Sila Kiptoo (Kenya)
• Total Participants: Nearly 60,000

With the 2026 race now concluded, the athletics world turns its attention to the next cycle of major marathons and the pursuit of further course records across the globe. For official standings and a full list of times, fans can visit the full results list.

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