History was made in Ras Al Khaimah as Peres Jepchirchir broke the women’s world record by three seconds at the RAK Half Marathon Friday.
The Kenyan edged the time set by compatriot Florence Kiplagat in Barcelona two years ago by crossing the finish line in 1:05:06 at the 11th edition of the event.
Not only did Jepchirchir enter the record books, but she outduelled three-time RAK champion Mary Keitany, who hadn’t lost a half marathon since 2007.
The 35-year-old Keitany finished in second in 1:05:13, which was still good for a personal best and the fourth-fastest time ever.
For the men, Bedan Karoki couldn’t match his countrywoman’s feat, but had a fine showing of his own that resulted in a first-place finish 47 seconds off the world record pace.
The IAAF World Half Marathon Championship silver medallist admitted afterwards to having doubts over his fitness and when he vomited several times following his finish, it was easy to see why. But Karoki would not be denied as he beat runner-up Yigrem Demelash of Ethiopia and third-placed Augustine Choge of Kenya.
Here, we round up some of the best Instagram and Facebook posts from the event.
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