PRESS RELEASES
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January 28, 2025
RECORD $36 MILLION RAISED FOR CHARITY AT THE 2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced today that 2024 participants raised $36 million for local, national and global nonprofits, the highest fundraising total in event history. Since 2002, participants have raised more than $358 million through the event’s official Charity Program. This feat is accomplished by participants who sign on to support an affiliated cause and commit to fundraising as a part of their marathon journey. Individuals hoping to take part in this year’s sold-out event can still secure their place by committing to run and fundraise on behalf of an official charity team.
View the January 28, 2025 press release (.pdf)
December 12, 2024
EVENT-RECORD 160,000 PEOPLE APPLY FOR THE 2025 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon will notify runners today of their selection status for the 2025 event. The race, which is the final event in the Bank of America Chicago Distance Series, continues to see unprecedented interest with more than 160,000 individuals applying for a chance to participate. Those who secure an entry into the race will join another record-breaking field with more than 53,000 participants expected to cross the finish line in Grant Park on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
View the December 12, 2024 press release (.pdf)
October 13, 2024
RUTH CHEPNGETICH SMASHES THE WORLD RECORD AT THE 46TH RUNNING OF THE BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
Ruth Chepngetich’s (KEN) solo campaign to rewrite the record books dominated the day as the Bank of America Chicago Marathon solidified its reputation as a record-setting event. Following in the footsteps of the late Kelvin Kiptum, who set the world record in Chicago last fall (2:00:35), Chepngetich relentlessly pushed herself toward the finish, breaking the tape in 2:09:56 (unofficial). On the men’s side, John Korir (KEN) made a bold statement by running a personal best and the second fastest time in Chicago’s history, 2:02:44. Marcel Hug (SUI) picked up his fifth victory, defending his title in the men’s wheelchair race in 1:25:54. Compatriot Catherine Debrunner (SUI) crushed her 2023 course record in the women’s wheelchair race to prevail over her competition and defend her title in 1:36:12.
View the October 13, 2024 press release (.pdf)
October 7, 2024
2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON RACE WEEK MEDIA INFORMATION
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns to the streets of Chicago on Sunday, October 13. The 46th running of the marathon will start and finish in Grant Park and travel through one of the world’s most magnificent cities. The course has produced six world records, several national records and countless personal bests.
View the October 7, 2024 press release (.pdf)
October 3, 2024
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2025 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON, CHICAGO 13.1 AND SHAMROCK SHUFFLE OPENS THIS MONTH
Today the teams behind Chicago’s premier racing portfolio announced registration information for the events that will make up the third annual Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The Distance Series connects the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run in a unique challenge that rewards participants who finish all three events in 2025 with an exclusive medal and guaranteed entry to the 2026 Chicago Marathon. Individuals interested in participating are encouraged to get their names in early to ensure they can take part in the series. Registration for the Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle launches today with special discounted pricing. The four-week application period for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will open on Tuesday, October 22.
View the October 3, 2024 press release (.pdf)
October 1, 2024
2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON PROFESSIONAL FIELD UPDATES
View the October 1, 2024 press release (.pdf)
September 30, 2024
INSPIRING PEOPLE AND STORIES BEHIND THE 2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns on Sunday, October 13, for the 46th running of one of the world’s most iconic road races. More than 50,000 participants from around the world are preparing to take on 26.2 miles through the heart of downtown Chicago. Each individual motivated by their own reason, running for themselves, their family members and their communities. These inspiring stories make each year’s race special, and this year will be no different.
View the September 30, 2024 press release (.pdf)
September 25, 2024
BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON RECEIVES WORLD ATHLETICS HERITAGE AWARD
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon has been awarded the World Athletics Heritage Plaque by World Athletics. The award was announced today, the anniversary of the inaugural race on Sunday, September 25, 1977. The plaque is awarded for “an outstanding contribution to the worldwide history and development of the sport”.
View the September 25, 2024 press release (.pdf)
September 24, 2024
BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON CREATES RECORD BREAKING $547 MILLION IMPACT ON CHICAGO ECONOMY IN 2023
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon continues to generate significant impact for the Chicagoland region, with the 2023 race contributing a record-breaking $547 million to the city’s economy, a 42% increase from the $386 million impact in 2022, according to an independent economic impact study conducted by Jones & Associates Economics.
View the September 24, 2024 press release (.pdf)
View the economic impact infographic (.pdf)
July 18, 2024
FAST RACING WILL BE ON DISPLAY AT THE 2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The professional athlete field for the 46th running of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon was announced today. It features two of the top ten fastest women of all time, two of the world’s most exciting marathon stars racing in the United States for the first time and both defending champions in the wheelchair field.
View the July 18, 2024 press release (.pdf)
March 6, 2024
MARATHONFOTO AND BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON EXTEND PARTNERSHIP FOR AN ADDITIONAL 8 YEARS
MarathonFoto, the leading global provider of race photography services, is excited to announce an 8-year extension of its long-standing partnership with the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. This renewal further solidifies the remarkable collaboration that began in 1983, marking more than four decades of celebrating the athletes and their unforgettable moments of one of the world’s most renowned marathons.
View the March 6, 2024 press release (.pdf)
February 11, 2024
BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON STATEMENT REGARDING THE DEATH OF KELVIN KIPTUM
“We are shocked and saddened by the news of the recent death of Kelvin Kiptum. Kelvin was a once in a generation athlete at the front of his career and there is no doubt in my mind that his greatest achievements were ahead of him. We were lucky to witness his greatness on the streets of Chicago. While he will be celebrated for his record-breaking performances, I will remember him as an incredible talent and as an even more magnificent person. The sport of marathon running has suffered a tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” – Carey Pinkowski, Executive Race Director, Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Kelvin Kiptum was the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon champion and world record holder (2:00:35).
December 7, 2023
RECORD-BREAKING FIELD ANTICIPATED FOR 2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon will notify runners today of their selection status for the 2024 race. The excitement from this year’s record-setting event sparked unprecedented interest with more than 120,000 individuals applying for a chance to participate. Those who secure an entry into the race will join another record-breaking field with 50,000 participants expected to cross the finish line in Grant Park on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Individuals who are still hoping to participate can enter the field by joining an official charity team. Since 2002, the Charity Program has generated more than $322 million for local, national and global causes. In 2023, participants raised $30.4 million, the highest fundraising total in event history.
View the December 7, 2023 press release (.pdf)
December 5, 2023
MAURTEN BECOMES THE OFFICIAL HYDROGEL FUEL PARTNER FOR THE BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
Maurten’s Hydrogel Technology is synonymous with marathon running performance. Since 2016, Maureen has redefined carbohydrate fueling – empowering athletes to personal bests, Olympic medals, and world records.
View the December 5, 2023 press release (.pdf)
October 8, 2023
KELVIN KIPTUM SHATTERS WORLD RECORD AT 45TH RUNNING OF THE BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
Broken records were the theme of the day at the 45th running of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Headlined by a stunning new men’s marathon world record, the largest finisher field in event history included four course records and the race’s millionth finisher. Kelvin Kiptum (KEN) became the first man to run a sub-2:01 marathon in an officially sanctioned competition, breaking the tape in a world-record time of 2:00:35*. Course records fell in every professional division of the race, with Sifan Hassan (NED) setting a new women’s course record in 2:13:44, Marcel Hug (SUI) breaking his own record set last year in the men’s wheelchair race in 1:22:37 and Catherine Debrunner (SUI) writing her name in the race’s history books with a new women’s wheelchair course record of 1:38:44.
View the October 8, 2023 press release (.pdf)
October 2, 2023
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2024 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON, CHICAGO 13.1 AND SHAMROCK SHUFFLE OPENS THIS MONTH
The teams behind Chicago’s premier racing portfolio announced registration information for the events that will make up the second annual Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The Distance Series connects the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle in a unique challenge that will reward participants who finish all three events in 2024 with an exclusive medal and guaranteed entry to the 2025 Chicago Marathon. Individuals interested in participating are encouraged to get their names in early to ensure they can take part in the series. Registration for the Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle launched today with special discounted pricing. The four-week application period for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will open on Tuesday, October 17.
View the October 2, 2023 press release (.pdf)
September 27, 2023
BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON GENERATES RECORD-BREAKING $386 MILLION FOR CHICAGO ECONOMY IN 2022
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon continues to generate significant impact for the city of Chicago, with the 2022 race contributing a record-breaking $386 million (PDF) to the city’s economy, a 25 percent increase from 2021, according to an independent economic impact study conducted by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s Regional Economics Applications Lab.
View the September 27, 2023 press release (.pdf)
View the economic impact infographic (.pdf)
September 26, 2023
2023 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON PROFESSIONAL FIELD UPDATES
View the September 26, 2023 press release (.pdf)
September 21, 2023
INSPIRING PEOPLE AND STORIES BEHIND THE 2023 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns on Sunday, October 8, 2023, for the 45th running of one of the world’s most iconic road races, and it promises to be historic in athleticism, inspiration and milestones.
View the September 21, 2023 press release (.pdf)
August 31, 2023
2023 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON ELITE FIELD UPDATES
View the August 31, 2023 press release (.pdf)
View the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Elite Field Roster (.pdf)
July 25, 2023
DEFENDING CHAMPIONS LEAD A COMPETITIVE FIELD LOOKING TO CONTINUE THE TRADITION OF RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMANCES ON THE STREETS OF CHICAGO
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced its full elite field for the 45th running of the event. One of the deepest, most-decorated assemblies of athletes in race history, including all four defending champions, will come together to continue the tradition of competitive racing on Sunday, October 8.
View the July 25, 2023 press release (.pdf)
June 21, 2023
WOMEN’S DISTANCE RUNNING STARS SET THE STAGE FOR LEGENDARY MATCHUPS AT THE 45TH BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced the return of two-time defending champion Ruth Chepngetich and American record holder Emily Sisson. Joining Chepngetich and Sisson is 2023 London Marathon champion Sifan Hassan, one of distance running’s most accomplished stars who will be making her American marathon debut on Sunday, October 8, 2023.
View the June 21, 2023 press release (.pdf)
April 25, 2023
THE BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON ANNOUNCES EXTENDED MEDIA PARTNERSHIP WITH 670 THE SCORE
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon and Audacy’s 670 The Score (WSCR-AM) announced they have entered a multi-year agreement, with the station continuing as the official radio broadcast partner of the iconic event. The Score has been a media partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon since 2006.
View the April 25, 2023 press release (.pdf)
