Kipchoge in 10th as Kipruto breaks course record in Tokyo
In the women's marathon, Ethiopia's Asefa Kebede emerged victorious with a time of 2:15:55, outpacing Kenya's Rosemary Wanjiru
In the women's marathon, Ethiopia's Asefa Kebede emerged victorious with a time of 2:15:55, outpacing Kenya's Rosemary Wanjiru
This recognition adds to the legacy of the marathon world record holder, who tragically lost his life in a road accident in Elgeyo-Marakwet County, along with his coach, Gervais Hakizimana.
Approaching the 2024 Tokyo Marathon, which marks the commencement of the World Marathon Majors, Kipchoge's focus inevitably narrows to the 42.195km miles that lie ahead on the streets of the Japanese
Kipyegon's achievements this year have earned her recognition both at home and globally with President William Ruto bestowing upon her a national civilian award.
Despite contrasting race strategies, both athletes exhibited remarkable prowess, hinting at promising futures in the sport.
The federation will run two events in the opening week of March, first up being the national cross country championship on 2 March. This will serve as a qualifier for the World Athletics Cross Country
Over 81 days, as a 26-year-old Washington State sophomore, he set world records in the 3,000m, 5,000m, 10,000m, and 3,000m steeplechase, a feat accomplished by no one else before or since.
Ngugi, a Boston marathon silver medalist from 2021, headlines the women’s field with a personal best (PB) of 66:29 in the half marathon and 2:20:22 in the marathon.