Ethiopian Workenesh Edesa wins Osaka Women's Marathon, Honami Maeda breaks Japan's 19-yr national record, positions her for Paris Olympics.

Ethiopia's Workenesh Edesa won the Osaka Women's Marathon on January 28, with Japan's Honami Maeda breaking Japan's 19-year-old national record by finishing with a time of 2 hours, 18 minutes, and 59 seconds, eight seconds behind Edesa. Maeda's performance puts her in a strong position for a spot on Japan's team for the Paris Olympics later this year.

January 28, 2024
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