2024
Legacy of the marathonOverview
2024
May 5, 2024. The BMO Vancouver Marathon once again showcased the endurance, determination, and spirit of runners from around the world as over 23,000 participants gathered today for the annual event. From seasoned athletes to first-time marathoners, the streets of Vancouver were alive with excitement and camaraderie as runners tackled the challenging course.
In addition to their athletic achievements, participants in this year’s event have collectively raised over $360,000 for charity, contributing to the remarkable impact of the RUN4HOPE charity program. Through RUN4HOPE, the charity program of the BMO Vancouver Marathon, over $16 million has been raised to date, supporting initiatives aimed at social impact and community good.
This incredible fundraising effort underscores the commitment of runners to not only challenge themselves physically but also to make a positive difference in their communities.
In the Half Marathon men’s event, Dylan Alick took first place with a remarkable time of 1:06:02. Following closely behind, David Mutai of Kenya secured second place with a time of 1:06:50, while Daniel Zewdu claimed third place, crossing the finish line in 1:07:03.
The Female Half Marathon saw equally impressive performances, with Samantha Jory leading the pack with a time of 1:14:23. Olympian Natalia Allan followed closely, securing second place with a time of 1:16:18, while Alyssa Barret showcased her strength and determination, finishing in third place with a time of 1:17:11.
In the Marathon, Sergio Ráez-Villanueva emerged victorious in the men’s division, crossing the finish line with a time of 2:22:45. Chris Ballestrini claimed second place at 2:23:53, closely followed by Matthew Neuman, who secured third place with a time of 2:24:46.
The women’s category witnessed fierce competition, with Argentina Valdepeñas leading the field with a time of 2:39:38. Notably, Kate Landau, at 47 years old, showcased her endurance and dedication, securing second place with a time of 2:40:35. Emily Andrews rounded out the top three with a time of 2:24:46.
In the Adaptive Athlete category, Leo Sammarelli, National Nordic Ski Team Canada athlete crossed the finish line with a time of 2:29:38. “This marathon has the best atmosphere… on-course, bombing down Spanish Banks, UBC was great!”
Adding to the excitement of the event, Yuki Kawauchi, known as Japan’s ‘Citizen Runner,’ paced the Half Marathon event and remained at the Finish Line, cheering on fellow runners as they completed their journey.
Course Map
The Course
A stunning point-to-point course, the 2023 BMO Vancouver Marathon route starts in Queen Elizabeth Park and leads runners on a scenic tour of Vancouver’s neighbourhoods, around the world-renowned Stanley Park Seawall, and towards an exciting downtown Finish Line.
Podium
Men
- Sergio Raez Villanueva (CAN), 2:22:45
- Chris Balestrini (CAN), 2:23:543
- Matthew Neumann (CAN), 2:24:46
Women
- Argentina Valdepeñas (MEX), 2:39:38
- Kate Landau (USA), 2:40:34
- Emily Andrews (CAN), 2:45:02
Finishers
Marathon
Half Marathon
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