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Mary Jepkosgei Keitany (born 18 January 1982) is a Kenyan former professional long distance runner. She was the world record holder in a women-only marathon, having won the 2017 London Marathon in a time of 2:17:01.
Sep 22, 2021 · The Kenyan legend, who holds the marathon world record and won seven World Marathon Majors, bows out due to a back injury. She won the London Marathon three times and the New York Marathon four times, among other achievements.
Honours Summary. 1 x In Top 8 at Olympic Games. 1 x World Half Marathon champion. 1 x World Half Marathon Championships Silver medallist. 7 x Major Marathon winner. More Honours. World Rankings. Personal Bests. Seasons Bests.
World-class marathon and half marathon runner from Kenya, Keitany, is the first woman to win after Paula Radcliffe in 2008. The 33-year old sports-person, Keitany has created a world-record in the ‘women’s 10 miles, 20 km and the 25 km.
Dec 14, 2021 · Kenya’s Mary Keitany, the holder of the world marathon record in a women-only race, generously agreed to donate some of her racing kit to the World Athletics Heritage Collection following her retirement in September.
Feb 29, 2020 · Learn how Mary Keitany, Kenya's golden girl, overcame poverty and hardship to become a world-class marathoner and a multi-millionaire. Read about her humble beginnings, her achievements, her family and her philanthropy.
Apr 21, 2024 · Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir smashed the women's-only world record to win a thrilling London Marathon. The Kenyan kicked for home as she turned down The Mall and won in two hours, 16 minutes...
