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Hillary Bor has broken his own US 10-mile record at Cherry Blossom Run finishing third but earning the top USATF prize.
Kenyan-born American track star Hillary Bor made history at the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10-Miler in Washington, DC, by smashing his own national record by a significant 15 seconds on Sunday.
Bor, who triumphed in the USATF 10-mile championship for the second consecutive year, showcased his exceptional form and resilience, crossing the finish line in 45:56, just moments behind Kenyan athletes Wesley Kiptoo and Raymond Magut.
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Bor's remarkable performance comes on the heels of a successful half-marathon debut in New York City, signaling his impressive fitness and determination.
"Last year when I ran this race I ran 46:11, and it shows the fitness," Bor reflected, draped in an American flag as per Results Weekly.
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His journey back to peak performance was not without its challenges; after breaking his foot during a steeplechase event in Rabat and enduring a grueling rehab from June to September, Bor has bounced back stronger than ever.
The race unfolded under cool and sunny conditions, with Bor demonstrating strategic prowess and physical stamina. By the 10-kilometre mark, he was leading a tight pack, including notable contenders such as Kiptoo, Magut, and Americans Teshome Mekonen and Biya Simbassa.
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Despite a slight deceleration past the 10 kilometers, Bor remained a formidable force setting the stage for a thrilling climax.
In the race's final stretch, with less than a mile to go, the victory was anyone's to claim among Bor, Kiptoo, Magut, and Nathan Martin, another American who also broke Bor’s previous record.
The course's challenging uphill finish tested the athletes' limits, but it was Kiptoo who ultimately surged ahead to clinch the overall win.
"The last 800 I was just kind of waiting.That’s where I knew I was going to win," Kiptoo explained.
Despite narrowly missing the top spot, Bor emerged as the financial victor, pocketing $10,000 ( equivalent Ksh 1,300,900) for the USATF title and an additional $2,000 (Ksh 260,180) for his third-place finish.
Kiptoo and Magut also reaped rewards for their stellar performances, with Kiptoo earning a $6,000 (Ksh 780,5400 overall win bonus plus an extra $1,000 (Ksh 130,090) for breaking the 46-minute barrier.
Bor's record-breaking run is not just a personal triumph but a continuation of a remarkable journey that began with a scholarship to Iowa State University in 2007.
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Since then, alongside his brothers Emmanuel and Julius, who also carved out successful running careers at the University of Alabama, Bor has navigated the path to U.S. citizenship through service in the United States Army.
This achievement adds another chapter to Bor's storied career, which includes breaking Greg Meyer’s 40-year-old national record in 2023.
Looking ahead, Bor is setting his sights on the track, aiming for a spot on his third consecutive Olympic team in the steeplechase.
"The fitness is there. Ten miles has been good to me,” he concluded.
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