Marathon Handbook Podcast Kiplimo’s 57:20 Half Marathon, Kipchoge’s Next Race, LA Marathon Controversies & NYC Lottery Odds | The Running Story
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Mar 9, 2026 A deep dive into Jacob Kiplimo’s blistering 57:20 half and the pending record ratification. A preview of Kiplimo facing Sawe and what Kipchoge racing Cape Town could mean. Chaos at the LA Marathon with a 0.01-second photo finish and a shortcut medal controversy. The NYC Marathon lottery’s brutal ~1% odds are also discussed.
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Kiplimo Reclaims Half Marathon Spotlight
- Jacob Kiplimo ran 57:20 at the Lisbon Half, potentially reclaiming the half marathon world record pending World Athletics ratification.
- His 2024 56:42 in Barcelona remains unratified due to pacing vehicle proximity controversy, leaving Kiplimo's performances in a disputed limbo.
Half Time Suggests Marathon Potential
- Kiplimo's 57:20 equates to a World Athletics scoring-table marathon equivalent near 2:01:10, suggesting he has sub-2:00 potential on form.
- Michael Doyle notes Kiplimo will face Kelvin Kiptum/Sebastian Sawe-level competition at London, making it must-watch.
Kipchoge Targets Cape Town Milestone
- Eliud Kipchoge will run the Cape Town Marathon in late May, his first marathon on African soil.
- If Cape Town becomes a World Marathon Major, Kipchoge could be the first eight-star finisher, adding historical significance.