Addisu Gobena, Peres Jepchirchir smash course record in historic Sydney Marathon wins
Gobena and Jepchirchir power to Sydney Marathon victories
Ethiopian Addisu Gobena and Kenyan world champion Peres Jepchirchir set course records in the Sydney Marathon, winning the men's and women's races respectively on August 30, 2026. Gobena, a 21-year-old who previously finished second, powered to victory in 2 hours, 4 minutes, and 42 seconds, breaking the record by nearly one-and-a-half minutes.
Jepchirchir crossed the finish line in 2 hours, 18 minutes, and 31 seconds, nearly four minutes ahead of fellow Kenyan Irine Cheptai and Ethiopia's Shure Demise Ware. The Kenyan superstar had been preparing for the race, but was unsure if she would secure the win, but was delighted to claim another title.
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