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Kiplimo's time placed him fifth on the world all-time list, but he came short of beating Rhonex Kipruto's world record of 26:24.
World Marathon record-holder Jacob Kiplimo clinched victory in the 10-kilometer Valencia Ibercaja Road Race on Sunday to start 2024 on a high note.
The Ugandan long-distance race multiple champions ran at 26:48 to secure the victory on the day.
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The World Cross-country champion was followed by Bahrain's Balew Birhanu (26:58), while Kenya's Peter Mwaniki Aila came third in 26:59.
In a dominant run, Kiplimo started the race on the front foot and maintained pole position throughout.
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16:42 - 13.01.2024
ATHLETICS Benjamin Kiplagat: Hundreds in attendance as slain runner is laid to rest in Kenya
Hundreds of mourners, including fans family, friends, teammates and others from Kenya and Uganda graced the burial ceremony.
He managed to cover the first 5 kilometres in 13:30 before eventually securing a career-best time.
Kiplimo's time placed him fifth on the world all-time list, but he came short of beating Rhonex Kipruto's world record of 26:24.
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18:38 - 13.01.2024
NETBALL Hooray! Clinical She Cranes beat Wales to win Test Series
The victory put the She Cranes at an aggregate of 2-1 in the Series after their 64-40 win on Friday.
Meanwhile, his compatriot athlete, Rogers Kibet, secured the 8th position with a time of 27:15.
In the ladies race, Joy Cheptoyek finished 5th, finishing at 30 minutes and 12 seconds. Kenyan Agnes Chebet emerged as the winner with a world record of 28:46.
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