(Jan. 4-7, 2018): Giovanna Martins of Sao Paulo, Brazil, won the women’s division of the 25th annual Walt Disney World Marathon presented by Cigna for the third time in the last four years. She became the only three-time women’s winner in race history after crossing the finish line in 2:47:22. Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend ranks among the nation’s most popular destination races, growing from 8,200 runners in 1994 to more than 100,000 athletes and spectators expected at the event this year. More than 25,000 runners participated in the 26.2-mile Walt Disney World Marathon, enjoying signature Disney entertainment and characters along the course throughout Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hoppywood Studios and Epcot.