Ethiopians Triumph at Berlin Marathon: Mengesha and Ketema Take Top Honors

Ethiopians Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema secured victories in the men's and women's races at the Berlin Marathon. Mengesha finished in 2:03:17, narrowly ahead of Kenya's Cyrbian Kotut. Ketema won with a time of 2:16:42, leading an all-Ethiopian women's podium.

Ethiopians dominated the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, with Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema seizing victories in the men's and women's races, respectively.

Mengesha, 24, clocked a personal best of 2:03:17, finishing just five seconds ahead of Kenya's Cyrbian Kotut after an intense final stretch. He expressed relief at winning after a disappointing London Marathon stint.

Tigist Ketema delivered an impressive performance in the women's race, clinching victory with a time of 2:16:42, and securing a spot among the fastest finishes in the event's history. She expressed gratitude and credited her success to rigorous training and divine support.

(With inputs from agencies.)