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    Jacob Kiplimo

    Jacob Kiplimo is a Ugandan long-distance runner and one of the youngest and most promising talents in the world of athletics. He specializes in the 5000m and 10,000m events and has already made a significant impact on the global stage. Kiplimo won a bronze medal in the 10,000m at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and set a world record in the half marathon in 2020.

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    Olympic Medals

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    World Championship Medals

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    Personal Bests

    Half Marathon

    56:42

    2/16/2025

    10 Kilometres Road

    26:32

    12/31/2024

    15 Kilometres Road

    40:42

    11/17/2024

    5000 Metres

    Bislett Games

    12:40.96

    5/30/2024

    10 Kilometres Road

    26:48

    1/14/2024

    Major Championships

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    The XXXII Olympic Games - 10,000 Metres

    27:43.88

    The XXXII Olympic Games - 5000 Metres

    13:02.40

    The XXXIII Olympic Games - 10,000 Metres

    26:46.39

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    3️⃣ World Cross Country titles in a row for 🇺🇬’s Jacob Kiplimo 👏 #athletics #uganda #sports
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    3️⃣ World Cross Country titles in a row for 🇺🇬’s Jacob Kiplimo 👏 #athletics #uganda #sports

    World Athletics

    9 days ago

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    World Cross Country Championships Reactions: Jacob Kiplimo Wins 3rd Straight Title, Agnes Ngetich Dominates + More Highlights
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    World Cross Country Championships Reactions: Jacob Kiplimo Wins 3rd Straight Title, Agnes Ngetich Dominates + More Highlights

    January 10, 2026

    Join Chris Chavez, Aisha Praught-Leer and Eric Jenkins as they unpack all of the action at the 2026 World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee.

    Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo continued his reign at the World Cross Country Championships, cruising to a third consecutive title in commanding fashion. Ethiopia’s Berihu Aregawi claimed silver for the third time in his career, while Kenya’s Daniel Simiu Ebenyo rounded out the podium with bronze.

    In the women’s race, Agnes Ngetich delivered a statement performance, powering to victory to extend Kenya’s streak to 10 straight World Cross Country titles. The 10km world record holder broke clear early and won by 42 seconds, the second-largest winning margin in the history of the championships.

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    Jacob Kiplimo storms to third consecutive title | World Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26
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    Jacob Kiplimo storms to third consecutive title | World Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26

    World Athletics

    11 days ago

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    Jacob Kiplimo says he won’t go for 4 peat at World Cross Country
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    Jacob Kiplimo says he won’t go for 4 peat at World Cross Country

    LetsRundotcom

    11 days ago

    For the best coverage of the 2026 World Cross Country Championships and elite running in general, go to LetsRun.com each and every day. Check out our event page here: https://www.letsrun.com/events/2026/01/2026-world-athletics-cross-country-championships. 🔥 Support independent journalism • Become a LetsRun.com VIP: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Let’s stay connected: ▶️ YouTube (Subscribe to our channel): https://www.youtube.com/@letsrunfast?sub_confirmation=1 🏠 Homepage: https://www.letsrun.com 🗣 Forum: https://www.letsrun.com/forum 💛 Supporters Club: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsrunfast?sub_confirmation=1 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsrundotcom 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsrundotcom

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    Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo after his 3rd straight World Cross Country title
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    Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo after his 3rd straight World Cross Country title

    LetsRundotcom

    11 days ago

    For the best coverage of the 2026 World Cross Country Championships and elite running in general, go to LetsRun.com each and every day. Check out our event page here: https://www.letsrun.com/events/2026/01/2026-world-athletics-cross-country-championships. 🔥 Support independent journalism • Become a LetsRun.com VIP: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Let’s stay connected: ▶️ YouTube (Subscribe to our channel): https://www.youtube.com/@letsrunfast?sub_confirmation=1 🏠 Homepage: https://www.letsrun.com 🗣 Forum: https://www.letsrun.com/forum 💛 Supporters Club: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsrunfast?sub_confirmation=1 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/letsrundotcom 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsrundotcom

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    World Cross Country Championships LIVE Preview: Top Contenders, Key Athletes To Watch & Team USA's Medal Chances
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    World Cross Country Championships LIVE Preview: Top Contenders, Key Athletes To Watch & Team USA's Medal Chances

    January 9, 2026

    The World XC Championships return to the U.S. for the first time since 1992, with Saturday’s races in Tallahassee offering a chance to reignite global attention on the best distance runners in the world.

    How to watch: The races will be broadcast on Peacock (starting at 9:35 a.m.) and will be televised on CNBC (starting at 10 a.m. ET).

    Schedule (All times ET):

    • 9:45 a.m. – Mixed 4x2K Relay
    • 10:20 a.m. – Women’s U20 6K Race
    • 10:55 a.m. – Men’s U20 8K Race
    • 11:35 a.m. – Women’s Senior 10K Race
    • 12:20 p.m. – Men’s Senior 10K Race

    You can read our full race preview here.

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    Mixed Relay Preview:

    Favorites: Kenya w/ Reynold Cheruiyot

    Challengers:

    • Australia (Jessica Hull, Olli Hoare)
    • France (Agathe Guillemot)
    • USA (Sage Hurta-Klecker, Ethan Strand)
    • Morocco's NCAA stars
    • Kenya has won 3 of 4 editions since 2017.

    Senior Women’s Race:

    Star Power Dip: No Beatrice Chebet (pregnancy), no Olympic or World medalists from 5000m/10,000m entered.

    Top Teams:

    • Kenya: Agnes Ngetich leads (14:01/28:46 PBs); Maurine Chebor debuts
    • Ethiopia: Loaded with U20 grads like Senayet Getachew, Asayech Ayichew
    • Uganda: Joy Cheptoyek, Sarah & Rebecca Chelangat return
    • USA: Led by Weini Kelati; Schweizer, Kurgat, Izzo in the mix
    • Wild cards: Megan Keith, Lauren Ryan

    Senior Men’s Race:

    Deepest Field Post-COVID: 145 entrants

    Title contenders:

    • Jacob Kiplimo: Two-time champ, fresh off 2:02:23 marathon win
    • Ethiopia: Berihu Aregawi + rising star Biniam Mehary
    • Kenya: Daniel Ebenyo returns; Weldon Langat, Robert Koech support
    • France: Jimmy Gressier headlines strong squad

    Team USA Outlook:

    • Potential for medal with Graham Blanks, Nico Young, Parker Wolfe, Rocky Hansen
    • U.S. last medaled in 2013 (silver)

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    This Week In Track & Field: 2025 London Marathon Recap – Sabastian Sawe’s Statement Win, Tigst Assefa’s World Record + More From The Xiamen Diamond League Opener
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    This Week In Track & Field: 2025 London Marathon Recap – Sabastian Sawe’s Statement Win, Tigst Assefa’s World Record + More From The Xiamen Diamond League Opener

    April 28, 2025

    Chris Chavez and Preet Majithia are back on the mic to break down one of the biggest weekends in recent marathon history.

    They dive into Sabastian Sawe’s breathtaking 2:02:27 victory at the 2025 London Marathon — including his devastating move at 30K, and what this win means for the marathon World #1 debate.

    On the women’s side, Tigst Assefa delivered a gutsy performance to break the women’s-only world record in 2:15:50, securing a massive payday and maybe reminding us all that she could be the very best women's marathoner in the world.

    The guys also discuss Jacob Kiplimo’s impressive marathon debut, Eliud Kipchoge’s graceful approach to this new chapter of his career and other key performances.

    We also unpack the Diamond League opener in Xiamen, China— including Karsten Warholm’s world best over 300m hurdles and Faith Kipyegon’s near-world record run.

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    Instant Reactions: 2025 London Marathon – Winners, Shocks, and Hot Take!
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    Instant Reactions: 2025 London Marathon – Winners, Shocks, and Hot Take!

    April 28, 2025

    In this special instant reactions episode, Marathon Handbook’s Editor-in-Chief Michael Doyle and News Editor Jessy Carveth break down all the drama from the 2025 London Marathon just hours after the race wrapped.

    From Tigst Assefa’s women’s-only world record to Eliud Kipchoge’s twilight career run, plus shocking moments like Sebastian Sawe’s controversial race-winning move — we dive into all the elite races, surprises, disappointments, and behind-the-scenes insights from London.

    Jessy, fresh from the media center in London, shares insider takes you won’t hear anywhere else.

    🎥 Also check out our full London Marathon Watch Along Replay on our YouTube channel!
    https://youtube.com/live/R7E8R59jVro?feature=share

    ⏱ Chapters and Timestamps

    00:00 – Intro + Wahoo Kickr Run Sponsor Read
    02:00 – Sensational Vibes in London: City Takeover and Massive Crowds
    05:00 – Behind the Scenes at London: Emotional Finishes and Media Center Insights
    08:00 – Women’s Elite Race Breakdown: Tigst Assefa’s World Record Performance
    15:00 – Sifan Hassan Struggles: Dissecting a Disappointing Day
    20:00 – Elite Women’s Field Analysis: How Missing Stars Changed the Race
    25:00 – Men’s Elite Race Breakdown: The Kipchoge Question
    30:00 – Is Eliud Kipchoge Past His Prime?
    35:00 – Jacob Kiplimo’s Promising Debut
    40:00 – Sebastian Sawe’s Controversial Feed Zone Move
    45:00 – Biggest Winners of the Day
    50:00 – Biggest Disappointments and Tough Days
    55:00 – Biggest Surprises and Burning Questions
    1:00:00 – New Balance Gear: Hits and Misses at London Expo
    1:05:00 – Closing Thoughts: Who’s Chasing Sub-2 Hours Next?

    #LondonMarathon #MarathonRunning #TigstAssefa #EliudKipchoge #SifanHassan #RunningCommunity #MarathonTraining #RunningPodcast #RunnersOfYouTube #LondonMarathon2025

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    Jacob Kiplimo very pleased with 2:03 marathon debut in London
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    Jacob Kiplimo very pleased with 2:03 marathon debut in London

    LetsRundotcom

    9 months ago

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    2025 London Marathon Preview: A Race For The Ages - Kiplimo's Debut, Kipchoge's Return, & Much More
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    2025 London Marathon Preview: A Race For The Ages - Kiplimo's Debut, Kipchoge's Return, & Much More

    LetsRundotcom

    9 months ago

    We'll give you the inside scoop from London after the final press conference. We'll tell you what Jacob Kiplimo, Eliud Kipchoge, Sifan Hassan, Tigst Assfea, Alex Yee and many others have to say about their chances. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5662595949789184

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    2025 US Indoor Recap
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    2025 US Indoor Recap

    February 26, 2025

    Jason and Kevin discuss Josh Hoey, Nikki Hiltz, Hobbs Kessler, Shelby Houlihan, Grant Holloway and all the other news makers from this year's USATF Indoor Championships. Then, the guys chat about Jacob Kiplimo possibly breaking two hours in the marathon, a trio of boys going sub four minutes in the mile and the state of track and field on television.

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    How to Become a More Efficient Runner
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    How to Become a More Efficient Runner

    February 20, 2025

    Our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael delve into the concept of running economy, exploring its definition, significance, and the factors that influence it. They explain the role running form plays, and practical tips for improving running economy. 

    They also share six ways you can improve your running economy, emphasizing the importance of strides, strength training, building an aerobic base, incorporating VO2 max workouts, running at goal pace, fine-tuning body composition, and the role super shoes can play on race day.

    We Cover:

    • What is running economy?
    • Steve Prefontaine vs. Frank Shorter: a running economy comparison
    • Elite runners shows that running economy can compensate for lower VO2 max.
    • The role biomechanics and neuromuscular efficiency play in running economy
    • Strength training
    • Heel striking: good or bad?
    • How to test your running economy
    • Tip 1: Run strides and hill sprints
    • Tip 2: Strength training is essential
    • Tip 3: Build an aerobic base
    • Tip 4: Run VO2 max workouts
    • Tip 5: When to run at goal pace
    • Tip 6: Fine-tune your body composition
    • Bonus Tip: The role super shoes can play on race day.

    Then, Alex and Michael are joined by running legend Amby Burfoot to analyze the crazy half marathon world record, which was set by Jacob Kiplimo last weekend in Barcelona.

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    World Records x 3
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    World Records x 3

    February 20, 2025

    Jason and Kevin discuss Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Grant Fisher crushing world records, Jacob Kiplimo taking the half marathon below 57 minutes, Noah Lyles' wise words and the upcoming USATF Indoor Championships.

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    Nobody Thought This World Record Would Ever Happen
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    Nobody Thought This World Record Would Ever Happen

    Total Running Productions

    11 months ago

    Jacob Kiplimo is a beast. Grab your merch here - https://totalrunningproductions.com/ Support the channel - https://www.patreon.com/TotalRunningProductions Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/total_running_productions ======================================== *Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS

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     This Week In Track and Field: Thoughts On Jakob Ingebrigtsen, Grant Fisher and Jacob Kiplimo Shattering World Records
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    This Week In Track and Field: Thoughts On Jakob Ingebrigtsen, Grant Fisher and Jacob Kiplimo Shattering World Records

    February 17, 2025

    On today’s show: Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo just rewrote the history books, obliterating the world half marathon record by an eye-popping 48 seconds in Barcelona. Meanwhile, Grant Fisher decided one world record wasn’t enough, so he went ahead and took down two in a week—because why not? Also: Jakob Ingebrigtsen is breaking world records, dropping Instagram captions, and casually reminding everyone that he’s still that guy.

    Jakob Ingebrigtsen Strikes Back: Reclaims Indoor Mile World Record in Lievin — Just five days after Yared Nuguse set the world indoor mile record, Jakob Ingebrigtsen obliterated it with a 3:45.14 performance in Lievin, France, reclaiming his throne as the fastest miler in history. Along the way, he also shattered his own 1500m world record, becoming the first man to break 3:30 indoors (3:29.63).

    Grant Fisher’s Historic Week: Two World Records in Seven Days — Grant Fisher has rewritten the history books, breaking two world records in just one week—the 3,000m at Millrose (7:22.91) and the 5,000m in Boston (12:44.09). This is the most dominant stretch of American distance running ever witnessed indoors.

    Jacob Kiplimo Shatters Half Marathon World Record in Barcelona — Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made history at the eDreams Mitja Marató Barcelona by Brooks, running a staggering 56:42 to obliterate the previous world half marathon record by 48 seconds—the largest single improvement in history. Kiplimo became the first athlete to break 57 minutes, reinforcing his dominance on the roads ahead of his marathon debut in London.

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