Kenyan champion shatters his own record with a remarkable 2:01:09 finish, cementing his legacy in marathon history

Eliud Kipchoge redefined the limits of endurance as he broke his own marathon world record by 30 seconds during an extraordinary performance in Berlin. The two-time Olympic gold medalist crossed the finish line in an astounding 2 hours, 1 minute, and 9 seconds, surpassing the previous record he set four years earlier.

The 37-year-old Kenyan dominated the race, finishing nearly five minutes ahead of second-place runner Mark Korir. Kipchoge’s aggressive strategy was evident early on, completing the first 10 kilometers in a blistering 28 minutes and 23 seconds. His halfway mark of 59 minutes and 51 seconds set another milestone, as no one had ever reached 13.1 miles so quickly in a marathon.

Despite concerns that his rapid start might compromise his finish, Kipchoge maintained his composure. While his pace slowed slightly after his pacemakers exited the race, his extraordinary stamina carried him through the final miles to secure his historic victory.

This remarkable achievement further solidifies Kipchoge’s status as one of the greatest marathon runners in history.