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News From: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 | ||
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Gladys Chemutai reveals reasons for dedicating StanChart Marathon win to Irine Cheptai
(Pulse Sports) Gladys Chemutai won the 2024 Nairobi Marathon in 2:31:52. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 27, 2024 | ||
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Ronald Kimeli and Gladys Chemutai triumph at Stanchart Nairobi Marathon
(The Eastleigh Voice) Ronald Kimeli Kurgat won the 2024 Nairobi Marathon in 2:13:05 while Gladys Chemutai won the women's race in 2:31:52. | ||
News From: Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | ||
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All set for the 21st edition of StanChart Marathon to be held on Sunday
(Mwanzotv.com) Preparations are underway for the 2024 Nairobi Marathon this Sunday, October 27. | ||
News From: Thursday, October 10, 2024 | ||
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All systems go for Stanchart Nairobi Marathon as registration closes
(Pulse Sports) The 2024 Nairobi Marathon will be held on October 27, with over 25,000 runners. | ||
News From: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 | ||
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Preparations gear up for 2024 Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon
(Citizen Digital) The 2024 Nairobi Marathon will be held on October 27. | ||
News From: Friday, August 30, 2024 | ||
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More than Ksh 20 million set aside for top finishers at Nairobi City Marathon
(Pulse Sports) The 2024 Nairobi City Marathon on Sunday, September 8, will have a sizable prize money for the top 20 finishers. | ||
News From: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | ||
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Standard Chartered unveils plans for 2024 Nairobi Marathon
(Pulse Sports) Preparations for the 2024 Nairobi Marathon on October 27 are now underway. | ||
News From: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | ||
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What Athletes Need To Do To Compete In Nairobi City Marathon
(Capital Sports) The 2024 Nairobi City Marathon on July 7 will have these qualifying times: 2:20 for the men and 2:32 for the women. | ||
News From: Friday, November 3, 2023 | ||
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Everlyne Chirchir reveals next target after successful debut in Stanchart Marathon
(Pulse Sports) Nairobi Marathon women champion Evaline Chirchir plans to run in London and Berlin Marathons after her successful debut time of 2:24:31. | ||
News From: Thursday, November 2, 2023 | ||
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How previous failures fuelled Alphonce Kigen to bank Ksh2 million after winning Stanchart Marathon
(Pulse Sports) The 2023 Nairobi Marathon winner Alphonce Kigen narrated how past setbacks motivated him to win the race. | ||
News From: Monday, October 30, 2023 | ||
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Kigen, Chirchir crowned Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon champions
(Michezo Africa) Alphonce Kigen won the 2023 Nairobi Marathon in 2:10:18 while Evaline Chirchir won the women's race in 2:24:31. | ||
News From: Friday, May 12, 2023 | ||
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Misoi and Barsosio set to defend Nairobi City Marathon titles
(The Standard) Brimin Misoi and Agnes Barsosio will defend their championship titles at the 2023 Nairobi City Marathon on October 29. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 30, 2022 | ||
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Passport Hitch Proves Blessing In Disguise For StanChart Nairobi Marathon Winner Kemboi
(Capital Sports) Elias Kemboi, who won the 2022 Nairobi Marathon, was set to compete in Frankfurt Marathon but was forced to withdraw due to travel documents delays. | ||
Chelimo, Chepkech bag Stanchart Nairobi Marathon titles
(Michezo Africa) Elias Chelimo won the 2022 Nairobi Marathon in 2:10:22 while Sheila Chepkech won the women's race in 2:27.04. | ||
News From: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 | ||
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Kenya: Run Clean, Win Fair - Strict Measures to Ensure Integrity of Stanchart Nairobi Marathon
(AllAfrica) Organisers of the 2022 Nairobi Marathon promised a clean and fair run on October 30, with strict policies and monitoring. | ||
News From: Friday, July 1, 2022 | ||
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Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Announces The Launch Of The 2022 Nairobi Marathon
(Capital Business) The 2022 Nairobi Marathon will be held on October 30. | ||
News From: Monday, November 1, 2021 | ||
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Kiprop, Kipketer Outpace, Outrun to Win Nairobi Marathon
(AllAfrica) Elisha Kiprop won the 2021 Nairobi Marathon in 2:11:07 while Valentine Kipketer won the women's race in 2:30:01. | ||
News From: Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | ||
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StanChart Marathon organisers adopt hybrid format for participants
(Citizen Digital) The 2021 Nairobi Marathon on October 31 will have both virtual and in-person elite-runners only races. | ||
News From: Wednesday, July 7, 2021 | ||
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Nairobi Marathon is back after Covid enforced hiatus
(Mozzart Sport) Nairobi Marathon will be back this 2021, although no date has been set yet. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 27, 2019 | ||
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Kenya: Kipkorir Reclaims Nairobi Stanchart Marathon Title
(AllAfrica) Brimin Kipkorir won the Nairobi Marathon in 2:10:42 while Purity Jebichii won the women's race n 2:33:30. | ||
News From: Thursday, August 1, 2019 | ||
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Over 25,000 runners set for Nairobi International Marathon in October
(Xinhuanet) The 2019 Nairobi International Marathon, set on October 27, is expected to have more than 25,000 participants. | ||
News From: Monday, October 29, 2018 | ||
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Kiprop, Chepkoech win Kenya's stanchart Nairobi marathon
(China,org.cn) Elisha Kiprop won the 2018 Nairobi Marathon in 2:14.19 while Josephine Chepkoech won the women's race in 2:33.10. | ||
News From: Thursday, October 25, 2018 | ||
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Former champion eyes glory at Stanchart Nairobi Marathon
(Daily Nation) 2014 champion Reuben Kipruto Siwa is among the elite athletes competing in the 2018 Nairobi Marathon. | ||
News From: Monday, October 22, 2018 | ||
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Organisers make key changes for StanChart Nairobi Marathon
(Daily Nation) Organizers announced several changes for the Nairobi Marathon this Sunday, October 28 - a different start location, no hike in registration fees, among others. | ||
News From: Wednesday, August 1, 2018 | ||
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Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon 2018 launched
(Mediamax) Registration for the 2018 Nairobi Marathon, set on October 28, opens today. | ||
News From: Wednesday, December 6, 2017 | ||
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Add a marathon to your safari vacation, take an opera-themed cruise in Italy and more
(Chicago Tribune) A safari vacation may now include high altitude training camps and a chance to run in Nairobi Marathon. | ||
News From: Thursday, October 5, 2017 | ||
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StanChart Nairobi Marathon course altered
(Daily Nation) Nairobi Marathon, set on November 26 from October 29 due to the presidential election, has also moved its venue to Railways Club from Nyayo Stadium. | ||
News From: Wednesday, October 4, 2017 | ||
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Nairobi marathon postponed due to political tension
(Sport24) Nairobi Marathon set on October 29 has been postponed to November 26, a month after the presidential election. | ||
News From: Thursday, July 27, 2017 | ||
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Stan Chart extend Nairobi Marathon deal to 2022
(The Star) Standard Chartered Bank will continue to sponsor Nairobi Marathon for another five years. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 30, 2016 | ||
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Kenya: Kipkemboi, Seurey Win StanChart Nairobi Marathon
(AllAfrica) Robert Kipkemboi won the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon in 2:13:27 while Jelagat Seurey won the women's race in 2:34:18. | ||
News From: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 | ||
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Kenyan marathon cheat hides among the crowd before joining the race with 1km to go& but still only manages to finish SECOND
(DailyMail.co.uk) Njogu was arrested and is now facing fraud charges for cheating in the Nairobi Marathon, which saw him easily sprint past elite runners | ||
News From: Monday, October 26, 2015 | ||
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Man arrested after cheating his way to 2nd in Kenya marathon
(El Paso Inc.com) A man was arrested and will face fraud charges for cheating his way into second place at Kenya's Nairobi International Marathon. | ||
News From: Monday, October 27, 2014 | ||
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Kenya's Peter Kosgei Wins Nairobi Marathon
(One India) Peter Kosgei won the 12th annual Nairobi Marathon with a time of 2 hours 12 minutes and 24 seconds | ||
News From: Friday, September 12, 2014 | ||
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Nairobi International Marathon Targets Record Entries
(Coast Week) Organizers of the Nairobi Marathon are targeting 25,000 participants to be held on October 26. | ||
News From: Thursday, August 21, 2014 | ||
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Nairobi Marathon Targets 25,000 Runners
(KBC.co.ke) The twelfth annual Nairobi Marathon hopes to draw in more than 25,000 runners for its race which is set for October 26th. | ||
News From: Wednesday, October 30, 2013 | ||
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Marathons Shouldn't Disrupt Normal Business
(Standard Digital) Nairobi hosted a successful marathon last Sunday and the county management worked closely with Athletics Kenya to keep the larger and growing event less stressful for all residents. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 27, 2013 | ||
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Mung'ara, Kwamboka Rule Nairobi Marathon
(AllAfrica.com) Kenneth Mung'ara won the Nairobi Marathon with a time of 2 hours 11 minutes and 40 seconds. | ||
Mung'ara and Kwamboka Win Nairobi Marathon
(AllAfrica.com) Kenneth Mung'ara won the Nairobi Marathon with a time of 2 hours 12 minutes and 28 seconds. | ||
News From: Thursday, October 24, 2013 | ||
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Kenya Tightens Security for Nairobi Marathon After Mall Attack
(Global Post) Race organizers of the Nairobi Marathon have raised the bar for security after gunmen killed at least sixty-seven people in a nearby mall just over a month ago. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 28, 2012 | ||
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Kibet and Cherono Win 2012 Nairobi Marathon
(KBC.com) Wesley Kibet won the Nairobi Marathon with a time of 2 hours 10 minutes and 40 seconds. | ||
News From: Saturday, October 27, 2012 | ||
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Kibet Breaks Nairobi Marathon Record
(IAAF.org) Wesley Kibet won the Nairobi Marathon with a time of 2 hours 10 minutes and 40 seconds to set a new course record. | ||
News From: Monday, October 31, 2011 | ||
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Ernest Kebeni Wins Nairobi Stan Chart Marathon
(Daily Nation) Ernest Kebenei won the StanChart Nairobi Marathon as Margaret Toroitich claimed top honors for the women. | ||
News From: Friday, October 28, 2011 | ||
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Kenya's Nairobi Marathon To Be Manned By Heavy Security
(StarAfrica.com) The most recent Al-Shabab threat will place sporting events in Kenyan under heavier than normal security including the Nairobi Marathon | ||
News From: Thursday, October 20, 2011 | ||
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Elite Field For Nairobi StanChart Marathon
(Daily Nation) More than twenty elite runners have joined the nearly six-thousand runners for the Nairobi Marathon on November 30. | ||
News From: Monday, November 1, 2010 | ||
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A Prize For Winners And A Big Hug For The Unsung Heroes
(Daily Nation) Amidst blazing speed and a flurry of running the unsung heroes stood on the course as spectators of the Nairobi marathon. | ||
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Marmasai, Kiprop Win Kenya's Nairobi Marathon
(Kenya Broadcasting Company) David Tumo Marmasai braved a chilly morning in Nairobi to win the marathon with a time of 2 hour 10 minutes and 30 seconds. | ||
Barmasai, Kiprop Win Nairobi Marathon
(Daily Nation) David Tumo Barmasai won the Nairobi Marathon with a time of 2 hours 10 minutes and 31 seconds. | ||
News From: Thursday, October 21, 2010 | ||
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Nairobi Marathon Deadline Extended
(Capital Sport) The registration deadline for the Nairobi Marathon has been pushed back to October 26 to allow for an expanded field which has already passed the nine-thousand registrant marker. | ||
News From: Sunday, October 25, 2009 | ||
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History Made at Nairobi Marathon
(Daily Nation) Irene Jerotich and Mosses Kigen set new course records in the women and men's Nairobi Marathon. Kigen set the men's record with a time of 2 hours 10 minutes and 30 seconds. Jerotich won the women's title with a time of 2 hours 28 minutes and 57 seconds. | ||
Kigen Sets New Nairobi Marathon Record
(Daily Times) Moses Kigen won the Nairobi Marathon with a new course record time of 2 hours 10 minutes and 12 seconds for his second marathon win this year. Kigen won the Rock N Roll Marathon earlier in 2009. |
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