Samson Lemayan and Lydia Simiyu, both Kenya Wildlife Service rangers, emerged victorious at the 26th edition of the Lewa Safari Marathon held on Saturday at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Meru County.

• Samson Lemayan defended his men's title with a time of 2:27:04, while Lydia Simiyu won the women's crown in her debut with 2:50:39.
• Both champions overcame injuries to secure their wins.
• The event attracted over 1300 participants from 33 countries, highlighting its global appeal and contribution to conservation efforts.