The 2023 ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon witnessed a thrilling display of athletic prowess, with Ethiopian runners claiming top honours in the half marathon men’s and women’s categories on Saturday. In the men’s half marathon, Gebresilase Abadi Haftamu of Ethiopia stormed to victory, securing a well-deserved first place and a hefty $10,000 prize. The ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon offered generous prize money, acting as a powerful motivator for athletes across the continent. The top ten finishers in the half marathon were richly rewarded, with each position receiving a substantial sum. READ ALSO: Sowore challenges Tinubu to run in ECOWAS MarathonHe highlighted the growing stature of the ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon and celebrated the improvement shown by Nigerian runners.

Source: Ethiopian News December 16, 2023 14:41 UTC