Alex Yee Shines: Valencia Marathon 2025 Results and Times Revealed
Alex Yee showcased an exceptional performance at the Valencia Marathon 2025, clocking a time of 2:06:38. This remarkable achievement places him second in the all-time men’s British marathon rankings. The Olympic champion triathlete, who secured gold in Paris 2024, is now concentrating on his running career ahead of the LA 2028 Olympics.
Yee’s recent time is a significant improvement, making him four minutes and 30 seconds faster than his previous personal best of 2:11:08, which he set at the London Marathon earlier this year. He surpassed the previous second-best British record held by Emile Cairess (2:06:46) and now trails only Sir Mo Farah, who holds the British record at 2:05:11.
Valencia Marathon Overview
In the race, Yee finished seventh overall. The event was won by Kenyan runner John Korir, who recorded a stunning time of 2:02:24. Korir’s victory marked a comeback after a disappointing performance at the Chicago Marathon earlier in the season. This win complements his earlier triumph at the Boston Marathon in 2025.
Men’s Elite Race Results
| Position | Athlete | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Korir | KEN | 2:02:24 |
| 2 | Amanal Petros | GER | 2:04:03 |
| 3 | Awet Kibrab | NOR | 2:04:24 |
| 7 | Alex Yee | GBR | 2:06:38 |
Women’s Elite Race Results
| Position | Athlete | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joyciline Jepkosgei | KEN | 2:14:00 |
| 2 | Peres Jepchirchir | KEN | 2:14:43 |
| 3 | Chloe Herbiet | BEL | 2:20:38 |
Yee’s recent performance at the Valencia Marathon not only marks a significant milestone in his career but also demonstrates his dedication to his running discipline. With future competitions leading up to the 2028 Olympics, Yee is positioning himself as a formidable athlete in the marathon scene.