Budapest (AFP) – Ugandan Victor Kiplangat won the men's marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Sunday after producing a devastating final third to leave his rivals trailing in his wake. "Last year I was Commonwealth Games champion and that made me think this year I must become world champion. Kiplangat added: "It was hard today because it was so hot but I felt comfortable because I prepared well for this weather. Over the next 5km, Kiplangat, 23, surged to successfully drop the lead pack, Gebresilase falling 15sec behind. Teferi moved up through the field for silver, while reigning world champion Tola, who set a championship record when winning in Eugene last year, dropped out.

Source: Ethiopian News August 27, 2023 13:32 UTC