The 26th edition of No Finish Line came to a triumphant close on Sunday 23rd November at 2pm, marking a milestone in the race’s history with record-breaking participation and distances covered. Prince Albert II completed the final lap alongside members of the government, National Council and Monaco’s town hall, bringing an emotional close to eight days of solidarity and sporting excellence.
Despite a stormy opening weekend, the 2025 race exceeded all expectations. More than 14,440 people registered, surpassing the initial target of 14,000. By Saturday 22nd November at 4:20pm, the collective distance goal of 325,000 kilometres had been overtaken, ultimately reaching an extraordinary 375,245 kilometres. That achievement translates into the same amount in euros — €375,245 — to be donated to support around 20 projects for sick and disadvantaged children, upholding the event’s guiding principle: one kilometre equals one euro. Since its creation, No Finish Line has raised over €5 million.
Among the many standout moments of this edition, Justine Houteer Magni made history by becoming the first woman in 26 years to win the overall race. In her first participation in the Monaco No Finish Line, she covered 928 kilometres, smashing the previous female record of 924 kilometres set by Sarah Barnett in 2011. Houteer Magni was crowned first overall and took the top spot on the women’s podium, receiving the Prince’s Cup. Marie-Laure Roussel finished second with 784 kilometres, awarded the Government Cup, while Paola Coccato came third with 681 kilometres and received the National Council Cup.
In the men’s individual category, Andreas Michalitz took first place with 845 kilometres, followed by Christian Stolowitz at 843 and Philippe Pollesel at 829. The Carabiniers Fight Aids Monaco team won the overall team competition with 14,189 kilometres, while Special Olympics Monaco led the associations category with 10,396 kilometres.
An intense highlight of the week was the 24-hour race, held from Saturday 22nd to Sunday 23rd November. Reserved for experienced runners, the event drew 213 participants — including 60 individuals and 30 relay teams — exceeding last year’s figures. In total, they ran more than 17,801 kilometres in a single day. Fabien Majet was the top individual male with 199 kilometres, followed by Claudio Della Morte with 194 and Antonello Volpe with 183. In the women’s category, Virginia Oliveri led with 190 kilometres, followed by Pauline Marguet with 178 and Marie-Pierre Reynaud with 175. Among the relay teams, Monaco Telecom 2 secured victory with 296 kilometres, ahead of FAR 1 with 282 and Bodhiciotta 2 with 281.
This remarkable edition of No Finish Line confirms the event’s enduring power to unite the Principality in generosity and sporting spirit. The next edition will take place from 14th to 22nd November 2026, with new records ready to be challenged.
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Main photo credit: Andre Faure