Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2025 National Championship Results: Half Marathon and Full Marathon

Round-up of the SCSM National Championship - Singapore Half Marathon and Full Marathon Results from the National Championship

Soh Rui Yong wins the National Championship 21.1km. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / HANA BASIR

Singapore, 6 December 2025 - The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) National Championship delivered an exciting start on Day 1, with the 21.1KM Half Marathon showcasing the strength of Singapore’s elite running community.

On a fast city course, local athletes pushed the pace from the first kilometre, creating a thrilling race for spectators and competitors alike.

With ideal morning conditions, the SCSM Singapore National Championship Half Marathon highlighted top performance, strategic racing, and impressive finishing times.

Najib Mooiz (right) comes in second, his first podium finish in the SCSM National Championship. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / ERIC CHEONG

Men’s National Championship Podium (21.1KM)

🏅 1st – Soh Rui Yong — 1:14:58

🥈 2nd – Najib Mooiz — 1:15:14

🥉 3rd – Arif Ibrahim — 1:16:26

Keane Ko led the pack early in the men's half marathon National Championship but faded as the race wore on, oweing to an injury. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / FLAVIA SIM

Singapore distance running star Soh Rui Yong claimed the national title with a commanding performance, finishing under 1 hour 15 minutes. Close behind, Najib Mooiz and Arif Ibrahim completed the podium with strong pacing and consistent splits throughout the race.

Women’s National Championship Podium (21.1KM)

🏅 1st – Nicole Low — 1:23:45

🥈 2nd – Jasmine Teo — 1:24:44

🥉 3rd – Vanessa Lee — 1:25:42

Nicole Low wins her first SCSM National Championship title in the women's half marathon. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / HANA BASIR

In the women’s race, Nicole Low delivered a standout performance to take the top spot with a sub-1:24 finish. Jasmine Teo and Vanessa Lee followed with excellent times that reflect the growing depth of the local elite women’s field at the Singapore Half Marathon National Championship.

Nicole Low leading the pack running through Gardens by the Bay. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / ERIC CHEONG

A Rising Era for Singapore Distance Running

This year’s Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon National Championship results highlight the increasing depth of Singapore’s competitive running scene. From aggressive early pacing to strong finishing surges, athletes across both podiums demonstrated exceptional preparation and racing strategy.

The lead pack for the women in the half-marathon threw up few surprises with the usual suspects topic the podium. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / FLAVIA SIM

Respect goes out to every athlete who crossed the half marathon finish line. The performance at the SCSM Half Marathon proves that Singapore’s future in distance running looks strong and unstoppable.

Vanessa Lee en route to a third placed finish for this year's Half-marathon national championship. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / ERIC CHEONG

Day 1 of the National Championship proved to be a tactical championship, and demonstrates the evolution and growth of Singapore's distance runners - as well as being a true showcase of the depth of talent among the rising stars in Singapore's running scene.

While household names such as Vanessa Lee, Soh Rui Yong, and Shaun Goh may have dominated the headlines over the past few years, there are plenty more who are awaiting their moment and breakthroughs.

The Men's Half-Marathon National Championship in full flow. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / ERIC CHEONG

Day 2 Highlights: SCSM National Championship Full Marathon Results

Day 2 of the SCSM National Championship Full Marathon delivered one of the most dramatic finishes in the event’s history. Half-Marathon champion Soh Rui Yong secured a historic double victory, winning both the Half Marathon and Full Marathon titles at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2025.

Soh crossed the finish line in 2:46:23, edging Aaron Justin Tan by just four seconds, with Tan clocking 2:46:27. Darren Chong completed the men’s podium with a time of 2:46:45, marking the first SCSM podium finishes for both Aaron Tan and Darren Chong.

Rachel See defends her full marathon crown in the women's national championship. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / ERIC CHEONG

In the Women’s Full Marathon Championship, defending champion Rachel See delivered another standout performance. She retained her SCSM title with a time of 2:58:15, improving on her 2024 finish by two minutes.

Chng Siew Lu placed second in 3:05:09, earning her first podium finish at the Singapore National Championship Marathon, while Sharon Tan claimed third for the second consecutive year in 3:11:34.

The men's full marathon was a keenly fought contest, but Soh Rui Yong emerged triumphant by 4 seconds to complete a historic double. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / ERIC CHEONG

These results highlight the growing competitive depth in the Singapore marathon community, with elite runners pushing the pace and showcasing impressive race strategy and endurance.

Men’s Full Marathon Podium – SCSM National Championship

🏅Gold – Soh Rui Yong: 2:46:23

🥈 Silver – Aaron Justin Tan: 2:46:27

🥉 Bronze – Darren Chong: 2:46:45

Sharon Tan (third from left), at the 9km mark of the national championship full marathon. PHOTO: SPORTPLUS.SG / FLAVIA SIM

Women’s Full Marathon Podium – SCSM National Championship

🏅Gold – Rachel See: 2:58:15

🥈 Silver – Chng Siew Lu: 3:05:09

🥉 Bronze – Sharon Tan: 3:11:34

SportPlus.sg congratulates all athletes who competed at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2025, and especially those who reached the podium in the National Championship Half and Full Marathon categories. #SCSM2025 #NationalChampionship #SgMarathon