Clash of Champions: Cheptegei vs. Edris at Delhi Half Marathon

Joshua Cheptegei, a world record holder from Uganda, will face Ethiopia's two-time world champion Muktar Edris at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon. This exciting race also features top female athletes like Eilish McColgan, promising a thrilling contest with a substantial prize pool of USD 260,000.

In an eagerly anticipated showdown, Uganda's Joshua Cheptegei, a 10,000m world champion, will compete against Ethiopia's Muktar Edris at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon on October 20. Both athletes bring impressive personal records to the table, with Cheptegei fresh off his victory in Paris.

Cheptegei, the world record holder in the 5000m, 10,000m, and 15km distances, set to debut in the Delhi race, will confront Edris, who boasts a faster half marathon time. Edris returns to the marathon scene eager to improve upon past performances and exhibit his prowess.

The women's race is highlighted by Great Britain's Eilish McColgan, known for her numerous records, including recent triumph at the Berlin Half Marathon. With fierce competitors from Kenya, Ethiopia, and Tanzania, the event promises electrifying performances, complemented by a USD 260,000 prize pool.

(With inputs from agencies.)