Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 Results
Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 Results: Indian Athletes & Overall Winners
The Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026, held on January 18, 2026, reaffirmed its status as India’s premier road racing event. As a World Athletics Gold Label Marathon, the race featured elite international athletes alongside India’s top long-distance runners.
With Mumbai’s streets turning into a sea of runners before sunrise, the event delivered fast timings, strong Indian performances, and memorable podium finishes.
Overall Winners – Elite Marathon (With Timings)
Elite Men – Top 3
| Position | Athlete | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tadu Abate Deme | Ethiopia | 02:09:55 |
| 2 | Leonard Kiprotich Langat | Kenya | 02:10:10 |
| 3 | Merhawi Kesete Weldemaryam | Eritrea | 02:10:22 |
Tadu Abate’s sub-2:10 finish sealed a commanding victory in the men’s elite race, continuing East Africa’s dominance at the Tata Mumbai Marathon.
Elite Women – Top 3
| Position | Athlete | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yeshi Kalayu Chekole | Ethiopia | 02:25:13 |
| 2 | Kidsan Alema Gebremedhin | Ethiopia | 02:27:35 |
| 3 | Gojjam Tsegaye Enyew | Ethiopia | 02:28:27 |
Yeshi Chekole produced one of the fastest women’s timings in the history of the Mumbai Marathon.
Indian Results – Elite Marathon (With Timings)
Indian runners delivered encouraging performances, reflecting the steady growth of long-distance running in the country.
Indian Elite Men – Top Finishers
| Position (India) | Athlete | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kartik Karkera | 02:19:55 |
| 2 | Anish Thapa | 02:20:08 |
| 3 | Pradeep Chaudhary | 02:20:49 |
Kartik Karkera emerged as the fastest Indian finisher at TMM 2026, winning the Indian Elite Men’s title.
Indian Elite Women – Top Finishers
| Position (India) | Athlete | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanjivani Jadhav | 02:49:02 |
| 2 | Nirmaben Thakor | 02:49:13 |
| 3 | Sonam | 02:49:24 |
Sanjivani Jadhav finished inside the top ten overall, making her the leading Indian woman at the event.
Key Highlights of Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026
- Over 65,000 runners participated across marathon, half marathon, 10K, and Dream Run categories
- Elite international field ensured fast race conditions
- Indian elite athletes posted competitive marathon timings
- Strong crowd support across Mumbai’s iconic race route
The Tata Mumbai Marathon remains a crucial platform for:
- Indian athletes chasing personal bests and qualification standards
- Exposure to international competition on home soil
- Promoting distance running and fitness culture across India