Why Boston Marathon will be special for Obiri and Chebet

Hellen Obiri of Kenya takes first place in the women's professional field during the 128th Boston Marathon in Boston, Massachusetts, on April 15, 2024. - The marathon includes around 30,000 athletes from 129 countries running the 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to Boston, Massachusetts. [AFP]

The 2025 Boston Marathon set for April 21 will likely be the arena for Kenyan stars, particularly Hellen Obiri and Evans Chebet, to write history.

Obiri, a two-time Boston Marathon champion is gearing up for a third title in a row.