Double Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge, 41, captured the title at the Melbourne Marathon, finishing in a new course‑record time. The Kenyan star said his “body is still peaking” after the victory, underscoring his continued dominance in the sport.
Kipchoge, who won Olympic marathon gold in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, remains one of the most celebrated distance runners in history. His performance in Melbourne adds another milestone to a career that includes multiple world‑record attempts and victories in the world’s most prestigious marathons.
The Melbourne Marathon, held annually in Australia’s second‑largest city, attracts elite and recreational runners from around the globe. This year’s race saw Kipchoge set a faster time than any previous competitor on the city’s course, establishing a new benchmark for future participants.
“My body is still peaking,” Kipchoge said after crossing the finish line, referring to his ability to compete at the highest level despite being 41 years old.
Organisers praised the athlete’s achievement, noting that his record‑breaking run highlights the growing competitiveness of the event and its appeal to world‑class talent.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>
