Ethiopian athletes dominated the 2023 edition of Taipei International marathon held today.
Dechasa Alemu Moreda and Obse Abdeta Deme were the winners of the race that attracted top athletes from across the world.
Moreda won the 42.195-kilometer race in just 2 hours, 11 minutes, and 56 seconds, while Deme completed the race in 2 hours, 27 minutes and 14 seconds.
Deme beat her personal best, stating that she enjoyed both the beauty of the city and the passion of supporters.
“I really enjoyed the marathon,” Deme said, “if there’s a chance, I hope to come back again next year.”
Men
- Dechasa Alemu (ETH) 2:11.56
- Wilfred Kirwa Kigen (KEN) 2:11.59
- Aragaw Meseret (ETH) 2:12.50
- Demeke Kasaw (ETH) 2:13.47
- Jackson Kemboi (KEN) 2:14.12
- George Mbugua Mburu (KEN) 2:14.16
- Lani Ruto (KEN) 2:18.13
Women
- Obse Abdeda (ETH) 2:27.14
- Khishigsalikhan Galbadrakh (MGL) 2:28.83
- Sophy Jepchirchir (KEN) 2:30.31
- Rebecca Jeruto (KEN) 2:30.36
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