Expect a world-class Eldoret City Marathon
More than 2,000 elite athletes have entered for the marathon and 1 Mile...
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The seventh annual Eldoret City Marathon is set to be a world-class event this Sunday, aiming to rival major marathons like Boston. The race will feature over 2,000 elite athletes and thousands of fun runners, showcasing Eldoret as a hub for athletics.
- Over 2,000 athletes are expected to participate in the marathon and a new One Mile elite race.
- Key figures include Race Director Moses Tanui and Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii.
- The event boasts a Sh18 million prize purse, with Uasin Gishu County as the title sponsor contributing Sh15 million.
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