At 30K, the leading group became thinner with Kenyan Joshua Kogo and Ethiopia’s Mitku Tafa remaining with Lemi, Alew, and Kiptoo. Lemi, taking advantage of his previous experience on the Mumbai roads, started running fast and was alone in the last five kilometers. “I was so happy to win my first-ever marathon title on debut”, Minsewo said in the post-event press briefing. With just 2K to go for the finish, Minsewo emerged as a clear leader with Tsega following her behind in a short distance. Elite winners Hayle Lemi and Aberash Minsewo went home with USD 50,000 top prize from a total prize pot of USD 405,000.

Source: Ethiopian News January 22, 2024 08:25 UTC