Fast-rising Marius Kipserem, Gideon Kipketer and Vincent Kipchumba have been added to the London Marathon field slated for April 26. Kipketer won the Mumbai Marathon in 2016, clocking 2:08:35 and finished third at the Chicago Marathon in 2:12:20 in 2016. The trio face a stern test to win London title with defending and Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge seeking a record fifth title in the English capital. Wasihun’s time in finishing third at last year’s Virgin Money London Marathon (2:03:16) was the 11th fastest marathon the world has ever seen. Spencer Barden, head of Elite Athletes, said: “Last year’s London Marathon elite men’s race was one of the best races we have seen for many years.

Source: The Star January 15, 2020 02:00 UTC