Kiplimo will run in Copenhagen

Kiplimo, the current world record holder for the half marathon, may try to beat his own record of 57:31 set in Lisbon in 2021, suggested organisers.

Despite his age of only 24, Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda has already established himself as one of the world’s leading long-distance runners. This year he also shows excellent form where won the World Athletics Cross Country championships in Belgrade.

“We are proud that Jacob Kiplimo will start in Copenhagen. His participation is a clear proof that Copenhagen Half Marathon is established as one of the most prestigious and fastest half marathon races in the world and can attract both the absolute world elite and a record number of participants from both Denmark and abroad,” said Dorte Vibjerg, CEO of the organisers, Sparta Athletics & Running.