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Eldoret Marathon winners now eye glory in Abu Dhabi

3rd Edition Eldoret City Marathon 42km women champion Mercy Kipchumba crossing the finish line clocking 2:28:10 in Uasin Gishu County on Sunday 6 June 2021. [Christopher Kipsang,Standard]

They thrilled athletics enthusiasts in Eldoret, a town christened the City of Champions because of the innumerable runners that live in it.

Victor Kipchirchir and Mercy Kipchumba who chalked up victories at the Eldoret City Marathon in June are headed for another attempt to make history at the Abu Dhabi marathon next month.

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