Brigid Dennehy breaks Auckland Marathon course record

Tuesday 9 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 10 Dec 2025, 5:15am

Physiotherapist Brigid Dennehy has won the Auckland Marathon, breaking the previous course record by more than three minutes. The former Gaelic footballer surpassed the 2012 record previously held by Alexandra Williams.

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1. NewsroomTue 9 Dec 2025, 5:51am

   Gaelic footballer becomes Kiwi marathon queen (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 10 Dec 2025, 5:15am

   Gaelic footballer becomes Kiwi marathon queen in record time (opens in new tab)