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Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo has set a new 15km world record at the NN Zevenheuvelenloop.
Double World Athletics Cross Country champion Jacob Kiplimo has broken the world 15km record at the NN Zevenheuvelenloop in Nijmegen, Netherlands, on Sunday, November 11, clocking a blistering time of 40:42.
The Ugandan sensation surpassed his own previous best of 41:05, which had tied the world record set by Joshua Cheptegei in 2018.
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Kiplimo’s stunning performance came amidst fierce competition, including his half-brother and reigning marathon world champion Victor Kiplangat.
The loaded field pushed Kiplimo to his limits, but his tactical prowess and unmatched endurance prevailed.
Despite challenging conditions, Kiplimo surged ahead early in the race, maintaining a relentless pace that saw him shave an impressive 23 seconds off the previous mark.
The 24-year-old’s record-breaking run underscores his exceptional versatility across distances and terrains.
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Speaking before the race, Kiplangat expressed his enthusiasm for running alongside his brother, branding it as a family race.
“We’ve been training together with Kiplimo, and our plan is to run a course record by God’s Grace,” Kiplangat said as per Independent.
Kiplimo’s dominance was evident as he effortlessly navigated the technical course of Nijmegen’s famed Seven Hills.
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With every stride, he widened the gap between himself and the chasing pack, demonstrating the same form that has established him as one of the premier athletes in the world.
His victory not only set a new benchmark for the 15km distance but also reaffirmed Uganda’s prowess in long-distance running.
Victor Kiplangat, fresh from his marathon exploits, matched his brother’s determination, pushing hard in pursuit.
However, Kiplimo’s record-breaking pace proved insurmountable as the close competition added drama to the event, drawing the attention of global athletics enthusiasts and solidifying the Zevenheuvelenloop as one of the most exciting races on the calendar.
Coach Peter Chelangat, who has guided Kiplimo’s training, was optimistic even before the event.
“I bet a win for him, although we cannot look down on the Ethiopians."
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