Ethiopia’s Tadese Takele won the Tokyo Marathon with a time of 2:03:23, breaking away from the pack in the final kilometers. He secured his first major marathon victory, improving his previous best. Deresa Geleta finished second and Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich took third, while Joshua Cheptegei finished ninth.
Ethiopia’s Tadese Takele achieved victory in the Tokyo Marathon, completing the race in a remarkable time of 2 hours, 3 minutes, and 23 seconds. This event took place on Sunday amidst warm conditions. Takele gained a decisive lead approximately 4 kilometers from the finish line, marking his first significant marathon title and improving his personal best time by one second.
Following Takele, Ethiopia’s Deresa Geleta secured second place, finishing in 2 hours and 3 minutes and 51 seconds. Kenya’s Vincent Kipkemoi Ngetich rounded out the podium in third place, clocking in at 2 hours and 4 minutes. Notably, Uganda’s two-time Olympic track champion, Joshua Cheptegei, finished ninth in the race, facing challenges against the strong competition.
Tadese Takele’s performance at the Tokyo Marathon highlighted his competitive prowess, as he not only won but also improved his personal record. The results reaffirm Ethiopia’s dominance in long-distance running, showcased by Geleta’s strong finish in second place. This marathon illustrates the high level of athleticism present in international competitions and the unpredictable nature of marathon racing.
Original Source: www.japantimes.co.jp
