•Lagos City Marathon, today
East African supremacy continued at the Lagos City Marathon as Kenyan and Ethiopian runners topped the men’s and women’s 2026 races.
Kenya’s Ezra Kipchumba Kerin showcased exceptional stamina today, clinching victory at the 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon with a remarkable finishing time of 2 hours, 11 minutes, and 55 seconds.
Today, Kerin pulled away from a strong elite field, combining strategy and composure to deliver a commanding finish at Eko Atlantic City.
In the women’s category, Ethiopia’s Meseret Dinke claimed first place, completing the race in 2 hours, 37 minutes, and 36 seconds.
Their triumph underscores the ongoing dominance of East African athletes, especially Kenyans and Ethiopians, who have long been a force in the Lagos Marathon and major road races worldwide.
The results mirror last year’s outcome, when Kenya’s Edwin Kibet won the men’s race and Ethiopia’s Guta Meseret Hirpa claimed the women’s title.
