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Edith Chelimo of Kenya set a new course record to win the Great Scottish Run in Glasgow
The 33-year-old finished the half marathon in one hour, seven minutes 38 seconds after a powerful display of front running.
The men's champion, Timothy Toroitich, also led for a long way, breaking clear after seven miles.
The 27-year-old from Uganda finished well ahead of closest challenger Micah Kogo in a time of 1:01:29.
Kogo just held off fellow Kenyan Stephen Kiprop as the race concluded in Glasgow Green.
England's Chris Thompson, bidding for a third successive title, struggled with the fierce pace and finished seventh.
Nancy Kiprop was runner-up to Chelimo, with Askale Merachi of Ethiopia in third.
(09/30/2019) Views: 1,826 ⚡AMPby Edith Chelimo
Great Scottish Run
Experience the inspiring atmosphere of Scotland’s biggest running event and achieve something great this autumn. This spectacular weekend of running is a celebration of sport that is suitable for the whole family and is televised live on the BBC. The Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run half marathon welcomes thousands of runners to the city of Glasgow every year. The...
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