About a dozen Ethiopian women started the race together. Important among them were last year's third-place finisher Medina Deme Armino and Shure Demise, the fastest entrant, with a Personal Best (PB) of 2:20:59, clocked some eleven years ago in Dubai.

Mumbai Marathon 2026: Ethiopia's Tadu Abate Deme and Yeshi Kalayu Chekole crowned champions

Olympic sprint star Andre De Grasse is in India, and he speaks on Mumbai Marathon, speed vs endurance, fitness, technology, and why a marathon might one day be on his list.

'Maybe one day I will try a marathon': Seven-time Olympic medalist Andre De Grasse

Beyond his personal goals, Penav is equally committed to supporting young and deserving visually impaired athletes by helping with training and providing opportunities to compete in blind sports tournaments.

WION Exclusive | Para-athlete and lawyer Penav Mota gears up for Mumbai Marathon 2026, says 'his training is...'

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Mumbai Marathon 2026: Ethiopia's Tadu Abate Deme and Yeshi Kalayu Chekole crowned champions

'Maybe one day I will try a marathon': 7-time Olympic medalist Andre De Grasse

WION Exclusive | Para-athlete Penav Mota gears up for Mumbai Marathon 2026