Kenya's World Record Holder Sawe Withdraws from Berlin Marathon

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Sabastian Sawe's Record-Breaking Performance in London Marathon":"In April, Sawe achieved a remarkable feat by breaking the two-hour barrier in the London Marathon with a time of 1:59:30. This accomplishment made him the first man to accomplish such a feat in marathons. His performance in the London Marathon was notable as he won the race despite the challenging conditions, including the heat and humidity, and without a pacemaker from the 24th kilometre onward.","

Berlin Marathon's Attraction for Records":"The very flat course of the Berlin Marathon has made it a favorite for potential record-breaking attempts. Sawe won the 2025 edition of the Berlin Marathon with a time of 2:02:16, showcasing his prowess on this course. The upcoming Berlin Marathon, scheduled for September 27, was set to be Sawe's first outing since his record-breaking performance in London.","

Kejelcha's Potential Threat to Sawe's Record":"However, Sawe's world record could be under threat as Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha is set to compete in the Valencia Marathon, which is also known for its very fast course. Kejelcha broke the world half-marathon record in 56:51 and finished 11 seconds behind Sawe in the London Marathon, indicating his potential to challenge Sawe's record."}