More than 30,000 runners, including elite and amateurs, are lacing up for the 129th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 21. Pros to watch include Hellen Obiri, who’s looking to become the first woman since 1999 to win the marathon three times in a row.

Hellen Obiri will look to become the first woman since 1999 to win Boston three years in a row. The 129th Boston Marathon is set to deliver inspiring performances with a star-studded elite field taking off from Hopkinton on Monday,

Derrick White was the surprise offensive star for Boston, leading the team with a game-high 30 points in the playoff opener. Payton Pritchard added 19 points off Boston’s bench while Jayson Tatum (17 points, 14 rebounds) chipped in with a double-double in the win. Paolo Banchero led all scorers with 36 points for the Magic in the setback.

The Boston Celtics are back in the playoffs and will try to defend their title in 2025. Up first for the reigning champs is a first-round series against the Orlando Magic and Boston took care of business in Game 1 with a 103-86 victory on Sunday.