Obiri Smashes NYC Marathon Course Record to Claim Second Title
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Hellen Obiri shatters the NYC Marathon women’s course record with 2:19:51, edging Lokedi as Kenyan depth shines in a dramatic race.
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About Alexander Mutiso Munyao
Alexander Mutiso Munyao is a Kenyan long-distance runner born on September 10, 1996, in Ndithini village, Makueni County, Kenya. He specializes in road running, particularly the marathon and half marathon events. Munyao has risen to prominence as one of Kenya’s leading marathoners, known for his strong performances on the international stage. Munyao’s personal bests include a half marathon time of 57:59, set at the 2020 Valencia Half Marathon, which ranks as the fourth-fastest time ever recorded. His marathon best is 2:03:11, achieved at the 2023 Valencia Marathon, making him one of the fastest marathon runners in history. He won the 2023 Prague International Marathon in a course record of 2:05:09 and claimed his first World Marathon Major title at the 2024 London Marathon, finishing in 2:04:01 after a decisive late surge to defeat Ethiopian legend Kenenisa Bekele. Munyao’s achievements have earned him a place on Kenya’s marathon team for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he is expected to be a strong contender. His journey from a humble background in rural Kenya to the elite ranks of international athletics has been widely noted, with his early inspiration drawn from watching fellow Kenyan marathoner Patrick Makau. Currently ranked among the world’s top marathoners, Munyao is recognized for his consistency, tactical racing, and ability to compete with the sport’s best. He continues to be a prominent figure in global marathon racing, with recent focus on defending his London Marathon title and aiming for further personal bests.
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