"Jess McClain's 2026 Boston Marathon time of 2:20:49 is the fastest ever recorded by an American woman in the event, surpassing Shalane Flanagan's previous record of 2:22:02 set in 2014."
"After initially going pro, McClain faced injuries that led her to step away from competitive running, but she made a successful return in 2022, winning her debut marathon."
"McClain's impressive performance in Boston reflects her strong connection to the course, having set her previous personal best there and being the fastest U.S. woman in 2025."
Jess McClain finished fifth in the 2026 Boston Marathon with a time of 2:20:49, establishing herself as the fastest U.S. woman in the event's history. She previously excelled at Stanford, earning seven All-American distinctions. After a hiatus due to injuries, McClain returned to competitive running in 2022, winning the Mesa Marathon. Her 2026 time surpassed her previous personal best of 2:22:43, set in 2025. McClain aims to consistently place in the top 10 and contend for the top American spot in future races.
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