Overview

• Alex Matata won the men’s elite race in 59:50, finishing ahead of Ethiopia’s Boyelign Teshager (1:00:22) and Kenya’s James Kipkogei (1:00:25).
• Lilian Kasait Rengeruk took the women’s title in 1:07:20, outkicking Ethiopians Melal Siyoum Biratu by one second and Mulat Tekle in 1:07:29.
• Matata converted last year’s runner-up finish into a decisive solo victory as Kenya swept both titles for only the second time since 2006.
• India’s Abhishek Pal was the fastest national man in 1:04:17 and Seema led the Indian women in 1:11:23, with both describing plans to chase faster times.
• The event marked its 20th edition with World Athletics Gold Label status, and winners earned $27,000 each from the $260,000 prize pot.