chicago marathon 2009 race results The fastest marathon on American soil--- that's what Kenyan Sammy Wanjiru managed to run when he broke the Chicago Marathon record by a second in a time of 2 hours, 5 minutes and 41 seconds. “I was really happy to see I was the winner,” Wanjiru said, “It was a bit unbelievable to take by one second the record,” he added with a laugh. But that second meant the 22-year-old runner collects a $100,000 bonus to go with his $75,000 first prize. Liliya Shobukhova of Russia took the female victory on a cold and windy day in a winning time of 2:25:56. “Despite the fact that it’s cold most of the time in Russia, it’s still too cold for the marathon,” she said through a translator.
Sammy Wanjiru broke a 1999 record set by Khalid Khannouchi and next expects to go after the world record of 2:03:59. Second was Abderrahim Goumri and third went to Vincent Kipruto. Liliya Shobukhova won for the women with a time of 2:25:55. Today’s run also features a Runners Reunite area and the Energizer Keep Going® Superstar Contest To assist participants in reuniting with friends and family after the race, a Runner Reunite area will be set up with alphabetical signs (A-Z) to facilitate locations by name. Runner Reunite is located at the 27th Mile Post-Race Party in Butler Field at the northeast corner of Columbus Dr. and Jackson Blvd., just beyond the start line. Participants are encouraged to devise a plan with their family and friends prior to the race to reunite in this area.
When making your plans, allow enough time to recover from the race, navigate through the finish area and collect your items from Gear Check. Also, be sure to organize a back-up plan in the event that you cannot locate your party. A Medical Tent will be located near the Runner Reunite Area at Jackson Blvd. and Lake Shore Dr. for participants who need additional assistance. Runner updates will be available at the Information Services tent for spectators to track runners during the race.
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