Accra, Ghana – July 27, 2024 – The Black Star Marathon 2024, held at the iconic Accra Sports Stadium, concluded with remarkable performances and an enthusiastic crowd cheering on athletes from around the world. The event showcased a range of categories, with competitors demonstrating both speed and endurance across various disciplines.
Marathon Results
Men’s 42.2km:
- Wesley Kemboi from Kenya claimed the top spot with a time of 2:22:48, marking a standout performance.
- Koogo Atia followed closely in 2:23:52, while Seidu Salifu secured third place with a time of 2:27:19.
- Ishmael Fialor and Raja Lagble rounded out the top five with times of 2:28:08 and 2:34:12, respectively.
Women’s 42.2km:
- Mumuni Christiana took the gold with a commendable time of 2:56:22.
- Joyce Ayaaba came in second at 2:57:50, and Ayaade Colette from Benin finished third in 2:59:02.
- Lariba Sakat and Azure Elizabeth completed the top five with times of 3:09:55 and 3:10:52.
Racing Wheelchair (Men’s 42.2km):
- Raphael Botsoye Nkegbe crossed the finish line first with an impressive time of 2:17:29.
- Emmanuel Yaw Boateng secured second place with 2:27:15, while Emmanuel Kwaku Gyesi finished third at 3:55:22.
10km Race Results
Men’s 10km:
- David Nakoise led the men’s 10km race with a time of 38:55.
- Ishmael Arthur and Ebenezer Martey followed with times of 39:84 and 40:16 respectively.
Women’s 10km:
- Abigail Abugri took first place with a time of 50:11.7.
- Esther Yakubu and Sonon Rufina secured the second and third positions with times of 50:29.78 and 52:05.81.
Wheelchair Categories
Regular/Everyday Wheelchair Men’s 10km:
- David Amu finished first with a time of 1:03:53, followed by Bismark Kyei and Richmond Essel with times of 1:05:07 and 1:05:33, respectively.
Regular/Everyday Wheelchair Women’s 10km:
- Janet Donkor achieved first place with 1:05:22.
- Samuella Owusu-Ansah and Fatimadu Moro rounded out the top three with times of 1:01:02 and 1:03:21.
Special Recognition
Among the competitors, 11-year-old Sandra Boinde stole the show with her extraordinary achievement. She finished the marathon in twelfth position with a time of 2:03:27, highlighting the remarkable talent and spirit of young athletes.
The Black Star Marathon 2024 was a testament to the spirit of athleticism and competition, drawing participants from diverse backgrounds and showcasing the unity and enthusiasm of the running community. As the event came to a close, the atmosphere at the Accra Sports Stadium was electric, celebrating the feats of those who pushed their limits and the volunteers who made the marathon a success.
