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The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON in pictures. Here you will find numerous photos of the event.
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Participants at press conferences
18th September, 2025
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Debbie Schöneborn, Domenika Mayer, Fabienne Königstein are among the national elite at the BMW BERLIN MARATHON 2025.
18th September, 2025
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Honami Maeda, Rosemary Wanjiru und Dera Dida are among the international elite field of women at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2025.
18th September, 2025
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
These runners are among the favorites at the 2025 BMW BERLIN MARATHON.
18th September, 2025
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Jürgen Lock (CEO of SCC EVENTS) at today's press conference in Berlin.
18th September, 2025
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Mark Milde, Race Director of the BMW BERLIN MARATHON, at the press conference in Berlin.
Runners
© SCC EVENTS / Jean Marc Wiesner
Tigist Ketema triumphs at the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON with a time of 2:16:42 hours.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean Marc Wiesner
Milkesa Mengesha wins the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON in 2:03:17 hours.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean Marc Wiesner
Sebastian Hendel is the first German to cross the finish line at the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean Marc Wiesner
Mejat Keleta is the first German to win the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON.
© SCC EVENTS / Sebastian Wells
Tigist Ketema on her final sprint at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024.
© SCC EVENTS / Sebastian Wells
161,061 euros were donated at the ‘RTL-Spendenmarathon’ as part of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024.
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
More than 50,000 runners took part in the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024.
© SCC EVENTS / Sebastian Wells
Wheelchair and handbike athletes are an integral part of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON.
Handbiker
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Francesca Porcellato won the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON with a time of 1:17:44 hours. She was followed by Julia Dierkesmann in second place and Katrin Möller in third place.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Vico Merklein won the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON with a time of 1:04:46 hours.
Wheelchair
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Catherine Debrunner triumphed at the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON with a time of 1:35:23 hours.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Marcel Hug triumphed at the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON with a time of 1:27:18 hours.
Inlineskating
© SCC EVENTS / Marvin Ibo Güngor
Noraly Berber Vonk and Bart Swings won the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON Inlineskating 2024.
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Bart Swings, winner of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON Inlineskating 2024.
Runners at the finish line
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Tigst Assefa runs world record at BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Eliud Kipchoge wins the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON for the fifth time.
© SCC EVENTS / Sebastian Wells OSTKREUZ
Amanal Petros ran a sensational German record in 2:04:58 hours at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Fastest German woman at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023 was Domenika Meyer in 2:23:47 hours.
Runners at press events
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
The top runners' duel at the 2023 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON will be between Eliud Kipchoge [KEN] and Amos Kipruto [KEN].
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
The elite national runners at this year's BMW BERLIN-MARATHON: Samuel Fitwi, Amanal Petros, Hendrik Pfeiffer.
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
The international and national top athletes of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023 (from left to right) Sheila Chepkirui [KEN], Tigst Assefa [ETH], Rabea and Debora Schöneborn (Marathon Team Berlin).
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
The favored runners of this year's BMW BERLIN-MARATHON: Sheila Chepkirui [KEN] and Tigst Assefa [ETH].
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
The two German top starters of the Marathon Team Berlin: Rabea and Deborah Schöneborn.
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Matthias Hoffmann [GER] and Chris Nikic [USA] start at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON as Special Olympics athletes.
Handbiker
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Handbiker Joseph Fritsch (FRA) wins the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON in 1:00:05 hours.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Julia Dierkesmann won the women's handcycling classification in 1:17:51 hours.
Wheelchair
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Katrin Möller and Vico Merklein [both GER] want to be at the top of the handbiker class at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023.
© SCC EVENTS / Petko Beier
Catherine Debrunner [SUI], Merle Menje [GER], Manuela Schär [SUI], Marcel Hug [SUI] and Daniel Romanchuk [USA] are the favorites in the wheelchair competition of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
The women's racing wheelchair competition at the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON was won by Catherine Debrunner (SUI) in 1:34:16 hours.
© SCC EVENTS / Jean-Marc Wiesner
Wheelchair athlete Marcel Hug from Switzerland wins the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON in 1:23:07 hours.
Our sponsors
BMW
BMW GERMANY - A STRONG PARTNER FOR RUNNING.
BMW has been the title sponsor of Germany's biggest marathon since 2011. At this running event, the world's elite come together to top the current best times.
Strength. Endurance. Efficiency. These are not only the most important attributes of a runner, but also apply to BMW's sustainable vehicles. BMW has been setting standards in sustainability for years and successfully demonstrates them at the BMW BERLIN MARATHON. But also before the event BMW accompanies the running community in their preparation and emphasizes the joy of running. With the perennial RUN FOR JOY campaign, BMW, supports the athletes in their preparation - together they make the impossible possible. The lead vehicle, the new BMW i5 supports the runners on the course. It has exactly the qualities needed for a successful marathon run: intelligent and responsible use of resources. And it is precisely with these skills that the all-electric vehicle guides the runners safely, purposefully and in an environmentally friendly manner through the capital.
More than 50 vehicles and around 15 scooters of the C evolution class are part of the fleet of support vehicles provided by BMW for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON. In addition to the iX as a safety car, the latest i-models from the car manufacturer are also in use as shuttle and organization vehicles. With this commitment, BMW supports the sustainable development of modern technology and the sport of running.
adidas
Everything at adidas reflects the spirit of our founder, Adi Dassler. Improving the athlete’s performance was his goal; today, his legacy continues with the consumer at the heart of everything the adidas brand does.
The number of runners in Germany is constantly increasing. No matter where they come from, they all have the same goal: Improve. Better runners, better athletes and in the end a better version of themselves.
adidas Running has something for everyone – we want help each person achieve their individual goals. What counts is personal development, which goes far beyond the personal best.
Abbott
At Abbott, our 114,000 employees in more than 160 countries are devoted to advancing life-changing technologies that help people achieve their full potential. Our medical devices, diagnostic tools and nutrition products are designed to enable individuals to reach their personal best, however they define it. By sponsoring the Abbott World Marathon Majors, a series of the six largest and most renowned marathons in the world, including the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, we are not just celebrating the pinnacle of physical endurance and determination – we are reinforcing our commitment to improving lives. The Abbott World Marathon Majors are a testament to health and the human spirit at their finest, showcasing that with the right support and determination, every finish line is within reach.
More on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
Zalando
Are you ready to take your running to the next level? As the official sponsor of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, Zalando is here to help you reach your goals. Running a marathon is challenging enough - you need the right equipment to feel completely comfortable. Our functional sportswear can do much more than just look good: From marathon training to relaxed runs - find your perfect outfit at Zalando and run with us!
GENERALI
Generali Germany has been our partner since 2018. The insurance group is part of the international Generali Group and thus also part of a company that is over 190 years old, its history and its heritage. In 2017, the company launched a new sponsorship strategy - “Generali moves Germany”.
The initiative aims to motivate people to lead active health and environmentally conscious lives. Taking part, not watching, is crucial here. In recent years, Generali has thus become one of the largest and most important sponsors in German running. Running promotes physical and mental health and thus has a preventive effect against numerous common diseases. Moreover, hardly any other sport can be practiced in such a resource-saving and environmentally friendly way. Together with the event organizers, Generali develops programs that make major events demonstrably sustainable: in the areas of environmental and climate protection and social commitment.
About 9 million customers are insured with the companies of Generali Germany, which include the brands Generali, CosmosDirekt and Dialog in the life, health and property/casualty segments. Generali's objective is to be a lifetime partner for its customers, offering innovative, individual solutions and services thanks to an excellent sales network in exclusive and direct sales as well as in the broker channel. Generali Germany is part of the "Germany, Austria and Switzerland" (DACH) business unit, which was newly created in 2022.
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei refreshes all finishers behind the finish line. ERDINGER Alkoholfrei is the ideal beverage after sports: isotonic, rich in vitamins, and low in calories. And ERDINGER Alkoholfrei has only 125 kcl per 0.5-liter bottle! Because a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important!
EY
As official Partner and Sustainability Consultant of the BMW BERLIN MARATHON, EY aims to further advance the sustainable transformation in sports. To this end and together with the event organizer SCC Events, EY will develop a concept to make the marathon as sustainable as possible.
Also beyond the course, we go the extra mEYle every day: EY is one of the major German professional services organizations with more than 11,000 employees at 20 locations. Working across Assurance, Consulting, Law, Tax, Strategy and Transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
This includes EY helping clients to develop and implement suitable sustainability concepts. In addition, EY has many years of experience in advising companies and organizations in sports.
Revolut
Revolut is a digital bank with the mission to radically simplify finances for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2015 in the UK with the goal of making international money transfers faster and cheaper than traditional banks, Revolut today covers all key areas of finance—from everyday banking and saving to investing and international payments. Over 60 million people worldwide, including more than 2 million in Germany, trust Revolut.
https://www.revolut.com/
Shokz
Shokz is the world’s leading consumer electronics brand focused on acoustic innovation and renowned for its groundbreaking developments in wireless open-ear headphones.
Shokz is committed to exploring new possibilities for the open-ear listening experience, embracing the principle of staying connected to your surroundings and nature, and empowering you to enjoy your music while remaining open to the world.
NORQAIN
NORQAIN – Official Timing Partner of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON
NORQAIN is once again the Official Timing Partner of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON!
Precision, endurance, and determination are not only essential to the race – they’re also part of our DNA. Together with the pacemakers, we celebrate the global running community and support thousands of runners on their journey to a new personal best, in line with our motto: My life, my way. At the heart of our presence is the Wild ONE collection – our high-performance sports watch designed for those who dare to push their limits.
We look forward to celebrating the marathon spirit with you!
Blackroll
"BLACKROLL® is dedicated to helping people of all ages, sports levels and lifestyles take their health, well-being and performance into their own hands every day. For an optimal balance between tension & relaxation and a pain-free life full of energy, mobility and sustainable performance.
It all started in 2007 with the first fascia roller. Today, the Healthstyle Company offers a whole range of innovative products and solutions that convince experts in sports and health."
Biotherm
With Skin Fitness, Biotherm offers a complete range of premium skincare designed for active women and men seeking effective solutions for a fitter skin: a skin that looks younger, stronger, healthier, in shape for longer. Combining cutting-edge biotechnology, with Biotech Plankton™, and the power of fitness supplements, Biotherm powers up skin cell metabolism. Biotherm: You Work Out, We Work In.
Samsung
Samsung is known for technological innovations and is entering the race as an official partner of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON – with the Galaxy RunnerzZz. The smart Galaxy Devices helped them to train their run as well as their sleep in order to perform at their best on the 42 km running course. Supporting people on the way to their goal is part of the company's customer-centric philosophy and its vision of “Innovation for all”.
Maurten
You probably know that you burn carbohydrates when you run – both in training and during the race. And how hard it can be getting the fueling right, without GI-distress.
Our Hydrogel Technology makes sure you get enough carbohydrates without risking the session or race. But there are no shortcuts – science has shown that training your guts makes a huge difference.
VILSA
Naturality meets sustainability
As a mineral water, VILSA accompanies you with refreshing purity and light mineralisation. But that's not all! We are committed to people, animals and the environment: as a family-owned, midsized company in its fourth generation, we see it as an obligation and the core of our company philosophy to stand up for nature and the conservation of our resources in order to preserve them for future generations.
Discover our variety of products and enjoy the natural freshness of VILSA.