Ethiopian Athletes Dominate Tokyo Marathon with Victories by Takele and Kebede
Tadese Takele won the men’s Tokyo Marathon title with a personal best of 2:03:23, while Sutume Kebede successfully defended her women’s title with a time of 2:16:31. Deresa Geleta placed second in the men’s race and Winfridah Moraa was second in the women’s. Yuka Ando was the first Japanese woman finisher.
On Sunday, Tadese Takele of Ethiopia achieved his first victory at the Tokyo Marathon, securing the men’s title with an impressive personal best time of 2 hours, 3 minutes, and 23 seconds. He finished ahead of his fellow countryman Deresa Geleta by 28 seconds, while Vincent Kipkemoi from Kenya placed third, replicating his previous year’s performance with a time of 2:04:00.
In the women’s category, 30-year-old Sutume Kebede successfully defended her title, completing the marathon in 2:16:31, which placed her ahead of Kenya’s Winfridah Moraa. Hawi Feysa from Ethiopia completed the podium, showcasing a strong Ethiopian presence in the race. The first Japanese woman to finish was Yuka Ando, who crossed the line in 11th place with a time of 2:23:11.
The Tokyo Marathon concluded with notable victories from Ethiopian athletes, as Tadese Takele and Sutume Kebede secured their respective titles. Takele’s remarkable performance highlights his emergence in the marathon scene, while Kebede’s win showcases her consistent excellence in the sport. Overall, both races involved thrilling competition and marked significant accomplishments for the participants.
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