Sawe takes on stars in streets of London
Kenya's Sebastian Sawe returns to defend his title after a dominant 2:02:27 win last year...
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Defending champion Sebastian Sawe of Kenya will face a formidable field, including world record holder Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda, in a highly anticipated showdown at the London Marathon.
- The men's elite race is set for 11:35 am (Kenyan time) on Sunday, April 27, 2025.
- Sawe won last year's race in 2:02:27, with Kiplimo finishing second in 2:03:37.
- The women's race also features a strong lineup, including Joyciline Jepkosgei and Hellen Obiri from Kenya, challenging defending champion Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia.
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Kenyan Marathoner Sebastian Sawe Breaks World Marathon Record - April 2026
Kenyan marathoner Sebastian Sawe has shattered the world record at the London Marathon, becoming the first man to officially run under two hours. Defending champion Sebastian Sawe of Kenya will face a formidable field, including world record holder Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda, in a highly anticipated showdown at the London Marathon. FIFA is among the international bodies monitoring the fallout from the suspension of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed due to alleged financial misconduct linked to the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN).
