Jacob Kiplimo sets a new Ugandan national record (2:03:37) in his marathon debut, finishing second at the London Marathon 2025. Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe wins the event, while Tigist Assefa sets a new women’s world record. Kiplimo’s performance is praised by the Uganda Athletics Federation as significant for Ugandan athletics.
In his marathon debut at the London Marathon 2025, Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda made a stunning impression by finishing second with a time of 2:03:37. This remarkable feat not only set a new Ugandan national record, but also marked a personal best for the 23-year-old athlete.
Transitioning smoothly from half-marathons to the full 42 kilometers, Kiplimo demonstrated impressive endurance and strategy during the race, competing fiercely against a strong elite field. Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe claimed the title, finishing in 2:02:27, with Alex Mutiso of Kenya following Kiplimo in third at 2:04:20.
The Uganda Athletics Federation hailed Kiplimo’s performance, referring to it as a “phenomenal marathon debut.” They highlighted the importance of this achievement for the future of Ugandan athletics, as Kiplimo’s success might inspire a new generation.
Meanwhile, the women’s race also made headlines as Ethiopia’s Tigist Assefa shattered the women-only world record with her time of 2:15:50, securing her first title. She triumphed over Kenya’s Joyciline Jepkosgei (2:18:43) and Olympic champion Sifan Hassan from the Netherlands (2:18:59).
Overall, Sunday’s London Marathon underscored the rising stars in long-distance running, but Kiplimo’s extraordinary debut was the moments that truly stood out for Uganda. His record-setting time places him among the elite distance runners globally, signaling an exciting future in marathon events for him.
Jacob Kiplimo’s impressive marathon debut at the London Marathon 2025 not only set a new Ugandan national record but also established him as a key figure in distance running. His performance is encouraging for Ugandan athletics, and his potential future in the marathon world seems bright. Additionally, the women’s race saw historic achievements, particularly with Tigist Assefa’s world record. This event highlighted both the competitiveness and the emerging talent in long-distance running.
Original Source: softpower.ug
