Crossing the line second was compatriot Getaneh Mola in 27:23.44 beating Boki Diriba who was placed third. Winners in both categories walked home with Ksh 229,000 equivalent to 100,000 Ethiopian Birr. "Ethiopians are just athletes like us, it's a great big race and I thank the organisers for putting up this," Kemboi added. Yalemzerf came into the race eager to impress after having to withdraw from the Valencia 10km just two weeks ago. At Friday's press conference she spoke about her aim of reclaiming the world half-marathon record from compatriot Letesenbet Giday.

Source: Ethiopian News January 24, 2022 11:48 UTC