Ethiopian Runners Win Berlin Marathon Titles

Ethiopian runners Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema claimed victory in the men's and women's races respectively at the 50th Berlin Marathon. Mengesha finished with a personal best time of 2:03:17, edging out Kenya's Cyrbian Kotut by just five seconds, while Ketema's time of 2:16:42 secured her win by over two minutes. Both times were notable, with Mengesha's performance being the fastest among the field, albeit slower than the course record. Ketema's victory marked the third-fastest women's time in Berlin Marathon history and continued Ethiopia's dominance as they captured all top spots in the women's race. The event saw a lack of big names due to recent Olympic commitments, but Mengesha and Ketema's triumphs showcased the depth of talent from Ethiopia. The marathon was held under sunny conditions, with strong crowd support aiding the racers throughout the course.