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Temoi Sets 58:00 Course Record as Kenyans Sweep RomaOstia Half Marathon

Organizers cast surging international participation as evidence of RomaOstia’s tourism value.

Overview

  • Kenyan Michael Temoi won the men’s race in 58:00, breaking the course record for RomaOstia and posting the 2026 world lead and the eighth-fastest half marathon ever.
  • The men’s podium was an all-Kenyan finish with James Kipkoech Kipkogei second in 58:39 and Peter Tuitoek Kibenei third in 59:05.
  • Janet Mutungi of Kenya took the women’s title in 1:08:11, with compatriots Caren Chebet and Catherine Peiyoy completing a Kenyan sweep of the podium.
  • The 51st edition drew 13,500 starters from 100 nations, with 36.7% foreign entrants and a notable French contingent at 14.7%.
  • GSBRun-RomaOstia staged the race with RCS Sports & Events under World Athletics and FIDAL calendars, and a highlights broadcast airs March 3 at 19:25 on Rai Sport HD.