Uganda’s prized long distance runner Joshua Cheptegei won gold at the 2026 Burj2Burj Half Marathon in Dubai city.
Cheptegei clocked 59 minutes, 26 seconds and 2 microseconds to complete the 21KM.
Kenyan Nicholas Kipkorir was second with 59 minute, 28 seconds and 3 microseconds.
Tanzanian Alphonce Felix Simbu completed the East African affair with a time of 59:30:04
Another Kenyan, Enos Kipruto finished fourth (1:00:03) whilst Ethiopian Lulu Negera completed the top five (1:00:04).
Kenyan Irine Chepet Cheptai was the most outstanding female with a time of 1:06:57.
“I am trusting the process, and this win means a lot to me. I have to keep the dream alive as I look forward to my next marathon race” Cheptegei remarked.
The 2026 Burj2Burj Half Marathon is one event that is shaping up Cheptegei for the upcoming London Marathon due on 26th April.
Another Ugandan Jacob Kiplimo will also race at the London Marathon.
