Athletes Who May Challenge Eliud Kipchoge in the Tokyo Marathon

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Athletes Who May Challenge Eliud Kipchoge in the Tokyo Marathon

The Tokyo Marathon is set to take place this Sunday, and all eyes will be on Eliud Kipchoge, the reigning Olympic champion and world record holder in the marathon. Kipchoge is widely regarded as one of the greatest marathon runners of all time, but he may face stiff competition from a number of talented athletes in the upcoming race.

One athlete who could potentially give Kipchoge a run for his money is Benson Kipruto from Kenya. Kipruto has a personal best time of 2:04.02 in the marathon, which is just a few seconds off Kipchoge's world record. With such a fast time to his name, Kipruto is definitely a contender to watch out for in Tokyo.

Another athlete to keep an eye on is Chalu Deso from Ethiopia. Deso has a personal best time of 2:04.53, which puts him in the same league as Kipchoge and Kipruto. Deso has shown great potential in recent races and could pose a serious challenge to the reigning champion.

Vincent Ngetich from Kenya is another athlete who could give Kipchoge a hard time in Tokyo. Ngetich has an impressive personal best time of 2:03.13, making him one of the fastest marathon runners in the world. With such a fast time under his belt, Ngetich is definitely a strong contender for the top spot in the upcoming race.

Finally, Timothy Kiplagat from Kenya is also a name to watch out for in the Tokyo Marathon. Kiplagat has a personal best time of 2:03.50, which is just a few seconds off the world record. With such a fast time to his name, Kiplagat has the potential to challenge Kipchoge for the title.

In conclusion, while Eliud Kipchoge is the favorite to win the Tokyo Marathon, he may face tough competition from athletes such as Benson Kipruto, Chalu Deso, Vincent Ngetich, and Timothy Kiplagat. These athletes have proven themselves to be among the best in the world, and they will be looking to make their mark in the upcoming race. It will be an exciting event to watch, as these athletes battle it out for the top spot on the podium.

Ken Bill Mteule

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