NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya’s long-distance runners delivered a standout performance at the Tokyo Legacy Half-Marathon in Japan, sweeping the men’s podium and winning the women’s race, President William Ruto has announced.
President Ruto congratulated Alexander Mutiso Munyao and Agnes Jebet Ng’etich for their victories, noting that both athletes set new course records.
Mutiso clocked 59:51 to win the men’s race, while Ng’etich crossed the finish line in 1:04:23 to claim victory in the women’s category.
The President also congratulated Kiprono Sitonik and James Mutuku, who finished second and third respectively in the men’s race, completing a Kenyan sweep of the podium.
In the women’s race, Tabitha Kamau secured second place, adding to Kenya’s strong showing at the event.
“We applaud Team Kenya for sweeping the podium in the men’s race and winning the women’s race at the Tokyo Legacy Half-Marathon in Japan,” Ruto said.
He added: “Hongera, Team Kenya!”
The results highlighted Kenya’s continued presence in international distance running, with the athletes combining individual victories, course records and multiple podium finishes in Japan.
