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World Athletics denies Jacob Kiplimo’s half-marathon world record
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The world record of half a marathon changes hands again. World Athletics has decided not to approve the spectacular 56:42 minute mark achieved by Jacob Kiplimo at the Mitja Marató in Barcelona 2025 when considering that the Ugandan athlete benefited from an external help not permitted by the regulation: the rebufo of the car guide of the race. The decision has been confirmed by the international federation to the Runner’s World portal. Thus, the…
Jacob Kiplimo's insane half marathon world record, set a year ago, is not recognized. He is considered to have received assistance from a car along the way.
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