Commemorating Naoko Takahashi's Historic Record at the 2001 Berlin Marathon
25 years have passed since Naoko Takahashi achieved a historic milestone for women by running the 2001 Berlin Marathon in under 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Naoko Takahashi etched her name into athletics history by becoming the first female athlete to break the 2-hour and 20-minute barrier with her time of 2:19:46 at the 2001 Berlin Marathon.
Background of the Historic Run
When Naoko Takahashi crossed the finish line at the 2001 Berlin Marathon, she experienced immense joy and set a significant record with her official time.
Coach and Team Support
The successful athlete applied the exact preparation formula that brought her Olympic victory in Sydney, working under the guidance of her coach Yoshio Koide.
Race Details and Record
Takahashi passed the halfway mark in 1:09:50 and managed to finish under the 2:20 barrier, improving Tegla Loroupe's previous world best by 57 seconds.
Duration of the Record and Subsequent Years
Takahashi's historic mark lasted for seven days before Catherine Ndereba reclaimed the title at the 2001 Chicago Marathon.