Cheptegei Adds Another Road Racing Milestone

Uganda’s long-distance sensation Joshua Cheptegei delivered a masterclass performance on Sunday morning, clinching victory at the Burj2Burj Half Marathon held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Cheptegei crossed the finish line in a time of 59 minutes and 26 seconds, narrowly fending off a strong challenge from Kenya’s Nicholas Kipkorir, who finished just two seconds behind at 59:28. Tanzania’s Alphonce Simbu rounded out the podium in third place, clocking 59:30, making for a dramatic top-three finish separated by only four seconds.

The victory adds another significant road racing milestone to Cheptegei’s decorated career, which already boasts multiple world titles on the track and a reputation as one of the finest distance runners of his generation.

Staged along Dubai’s iconic skyline, the Burj2Burj Half Marathon continues to attract elite athletes from across Africa and beyond, offering a fast course and high-level competition that tests the world’s best. Cheptegei’s triumph underscores his versatility and dominance both on the track and on the roads.