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Susannah Scaroni Wins 2025 Boston Marathon Women’s Wheelchair Race
Susannah Scaroni delivered a commanding performance to win the 2025 Boston Marathon women’s wheelchair race on April 21, 2025. Clocking in at 1 hour, 35 minutes, and 20 seconds, the American Paralympian clinched her second title at the prestigious event, marking a triumphant return to the course after injury ruled her out in 2024.
The 33-year-old from Tekoa, Washington, powered past a competitive field that included top Swiss contenders Catherine Debrunner and Manuela Schär, both of whom have dominated the global wheelchair racing circuit in recent years.
How the Race Unfolded in Boston
Scaroni’s strategy was calculated and assertive. After a closely contested first half, she surged ahead in the Newton Hills segment, breaking away from the leading pack.
- Catherine Debrunner finished second with a time of 1:37:26, nearly two minutes behind Scaroni.
- Manuela Schär, a multiple-time Boston winner, clocked 1:39:18 to take third place.
Strong tailwinds and cool race-day temperatures contributed to fast times across all divisions, but it was Scaroni who made the most of the conditions with her aggressive push through the final miles.
Stunning Comeback After 2024 Setback
Scaroni’s 2025 win holds greater significance as it follows her absence from last year’s marathon due to injury. The veteran athlete, who also won the Boston Marathon in 2022, has consistently remained among the world’s elite despite facing medical challenges.
Her recovery journey and disciplined preparation were evident in her fluid propulsion and well-timed surges throughout the 42.195 km course.
“This win means everything. Coming back stronger after setbacks is what sport is about,” Scaroni told reporters after the race.
Boston Marathon 2025 – Women’s Wheelchair Top Finishers
Position | Athlete | Country | Time |
---|---|---|---|
1st | Susannah Scaroni | USA | 1:35:20 |
2nd | Catherine Debrunner | Switzerland | 1:37:26 |
3rd | Manuela Schär | Switzerland | 1:39:18 |
Scaroni’s consistency in major marathons — including Chicago and Tokyo — continues to set her apart as one of the most decorated female wheelchair racers of the current generation.
What This Means for Scaroni’s 2025 Season
This victory gives Scaroni a strong start to the 2025 racing calendar and builds momentum ahead of key events, including the World Para Athletics Championships and potentially the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics.
Her win is also a reminder of the fierce depth in the women’s wheelchair category, with Switzerland’s Debrunner and Schär still performing at elite levels. Scaroni’s triumph reaffirms that the U.S. remains a formidable force in para-athletics.
Expect her next appearance at the London Marathon later this year, where she will look to add another title to her growing legacy.
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