Kenya’s Sawe recognized at State House after marathon victory

Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe received accolades from President William Ruto after making history as the first athlete to complete a marathon in under two hours, finishing in 1:59:30 in London. Ruto commended Sawe for “expanding the horizon of human potential” and noted that the record was dedicated to Kenya. This achievement marks a significant milestone in long-distance running.

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