Peres Jepchirchir receives AIMS World Record Award

Peres broke the Half Marathon World Record, setting a time of 1:05:06 at the Ras al Khaimah Half Marathon on 10 February 2017. Peres has since taken time away from the sport to start a family, recently returning to competition. While the record was broken a month later by her compatriot Joyciline Jepkosgei, AIMS has a proud tradition of recognising every World Record since 1985.

Joyciline was presented with her AIMS World Record Award in October 2018. She received the award in advance of the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon in recognition of her Half Marathon World Record of 1:04:51 set at the Medio Maraton Valencia Trinidad Alfonso EDP on 22 October 2017.

Haitham Mattar, CEO of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority and Nathan Clayton, Race Director of the Ras al Khaimah Half Marathon presented Peres with her award as part of a pre-race media event in advance of the Ras al Khaimah Half Marathon on Friday 8 February.

The time of 1:05:06 was recognised as the world record by the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) and by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races which represents over 447 distance running events in 117 countries and territories). AIMS set the world record criteria for performances on the road later adopted by the IAAF.

AIMS President Paco Borao commented: “We are delighted to see Peres’ achievement recognised with the AIMS World Record Award. Everyone at AIMS, our members and sponsors would like to pass on their congratulations.”

Peres Jepchirchir commented: “I am very pleased to be presented with this award. Being back at the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon brings back so many special memories for me. I would like to thank AIMS for presenting me with this trophy on behalf of their members and sponsors around the world.”

Nathan Clayton, Race Director of the Ras al Khaimah Half Marathon commented: “We are very pleased to welcome Peres back to the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon where she set the World Record. It was a very special moment in the history of our event. We would like to thank AIMS for helping make this presentation possible.”

Haitham Mattar, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority said: “We are delighted to see how the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon secured its place as one of the most sought after half marathons in the world, with professional athletes such as Peres Jepchirchir setting their best results. We look forward to welcoming our guests to enjoy both a world class racing experience and the hospitality that Ras Al Khaimah has to offer.”