Kipchoge starts continental quest in Cape Town with first Marathon in Africa

9 Mar, 18:22 — 9 Mar, 23:01

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Eliud Kipchoge is widely regarded as the greatest marathoner of all time, holding the world record and having won multiple Olympic gold medals. His decision to run a marathon in Africa, his home continent, is a landmark event, potentially inspiring a new generation of athletes and boosting the sport's profile across the continent.

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