Andreas Almgren and Sheila Chepkirui win elite marathon titles
Andreas Almgren claimed victory in the men’s elite marathon with a time of 2:06:01, finishing 13 seconds ahead of Yemaneberhan Crippa. In the women’s elite race, Sheila Chepkirui took first place in 2:24:36, with Jessica McClain a close second in 2:24:42. The event also featured wins in the wheelchair divisions by Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner.
Key facts
- The marathon distance was 26.2 miles.
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Why it matters
The results highlight emerging talent in long-distance running and wheelchair racing.
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First published from The Independent, Yahoo Sports, Svenska Yle and The Guardian