Kenya's Agnes Jebet Ngetich has won the women's half marathon title at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark. She set a new women-only world half marathon record of 1:05:15, dominating the race and winning by 50 seconds ahead of her teammate Veronica Loleo. This victory adds to her world cross-country crown, which she claimed in Tallahassee in January. Ngetich, 25, is also the current 10km world record holder.
Ngetich's record-breaking performance took one second off the previous women-only world record of 1:05:16, set by her compatriot Peres Jepchirchir in 2020. Loleo secured the silver medal in 1:06:05, while Florence Niyonkuru from Burundi claimed bronze in a national record of 1:06:08. Daisilah Jerono of Kenya finished fourth, just five seconds behind Niyonkuru. The Kenyan team's performance earned them the gold medal ahead of the USA and Ethiopia.
This year's World Athletics Road Running Championships saw a strong performance from Kenyan athletes. In addition to Ngetich's record-breaking win, the team also secured the gold medal in the women's half marathon. The championships provided a platform for athletes to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. Ngetich's victory is a testament to her hard work and dedication to her sport.
Agnes Jebet Ngetich's achievements in 2026 have been remarkable. She won the world cross-country crown in January and has now added the world half marathon title to her collection. Her performance has made Kenya proud, and she is an inspiration to young athletes around the world. Ngetich's success is a result of her talent, hard work, and perseverance.
The World Athletics Road Running Championships provide a platform for athletes to compete and set new records. This year's event saw a high level of competition, with athletes from around the world participating. The championships are an essential part of the athletics calendar, and Ngetich's performance will be remembered for years to come.
Veronica Loleo, Ngetich's teammate, finished second in the women's half marathon. Her performance was impressive, and she secured the silver medal in 1:06:05. Loleo's achievement is a testament to her hard work and dedication to her sport. The Kenyan team's performance was outstanding, with Ngetich and Loleo leading the way.
Agnes Jebet Ngetich's new women-only world half marathon record of 1:05:15 will be remembered for years to come. Her performance was dominant, and she won by a significant margin. Ngetich's achievement is an inspiration to athletes around the world, and she is a role model for young athletes.
Key points
- Agnes Jebet Ngetich sets new women-only world half marathon record of 1:05:15
- Ngetich wins women's half marathon title at World Athletics Road Running Championships
- Kenya wins team gold medal in women's half marathon
