There has been 3.5 second improvement in the marathon world record in the past 12 years. Recent progression 2:02:57 (2014) 2:01:39 (2018) 2:01:09 (2022) 2:00:35 (2023) 1:59:30 (2026). Improvements have accelerated with technology. Drivers supporting continued progress Super shoes (carbon plates + advanced foams) deliver ~2.6 to 4.2% better running economy, enabling both faster race-day ... Read more