Kenya’s Brigid Kosgei put on a masterclass in Tokyo, demolishing the course record with a time of 2:14:29—more than two minutes clear of runner-up Bertukan Welde of Ethiopia. In doing so, Kosgei eclipsed the previous record of 2:15:55 set in 2024 and reaffirmed her place among the sport’s elite. Kosgei, who snagged silver at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, also revealed plans to represent Turkey at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, signaling a new chapter in her career. Meanwhile, the men’s race produced edge-of-your-seat drama, as Ethiopia’s Tadese Takele defended his title in a breathtaking sprint, edging two Kenyans in a photo finish.
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