olympic marathon trials results

Desiree, Shalane, & Kara

Abdi, Meb (blue hat), & Ryan

The results of the Olympic Marathon Trials have been posted (Men, Women). The trials determine who the 3 men and 3 women will be to represent the USA in the 2012 London Olympics. 


As I suspected, Shalane and Kara finished in the top tier (1 and 3) while Desiree came in 2nd. Deena came in 6th, which may end up getting her an alternate spot in case the top 3 can't stay healthy. I was disappointed to see that Jenn Shelton didn't run in the time trials even though she qualified. It would have been awesome to have her in the Olympics.


For the men there was also no surprises: Meb and Ryan finished 1st and 2nd while Abdi took 3rd. Josh Cox came in a disappointing 14th place, which all but guarantees that he won't be in London this summer unless there is an outbreak of injuries.


Congrats to the 2012 USA Olympic Marathoners! Looking forward to cheering you on this summer!


Keep running!