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Neapolis Marathon in Naples

Overview

The sixth edition of the Neapolis Marathon in Naples concluded with record-breaking performances from Kenyan athletes. In the men’s marathon, Joel Kipsang Kositany secured victory with a time of 2h12’32”, setting a new event record by two minutes and twenty seconds, surpassing the previous mark held by Gilbert Masai.

In the women’s category, Teresiah Omosa claimed victory with a finishing time of 2h34’05”. The event drew approximately 8,000 participants from nearly 100 nations, including significant contingents from France, the United Kingdom, and Germany.

The marathon, which features a full marathon, a half marathon, and a non-competitive 11.1 km run, coincided with the conclusion of the Piano City Napoli festival. The musical program included 40 concerts held in various venues, such as the Basilica di San Paolo Maggiore.

Entities

Vincenzo Maiorano · Ronald Kipkoech Korir · Davide Tizzano · Piazza del Plebiscito · Neapolis Marathon

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Neapolis Marathon: Kenyan runners set new event records

    Kenyan runners Joel Kipsang Kositany and Teresiah Omosa set new records at the Neapolis Marathon in Naples, leading a field of 8,000 participants.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Neapolis Marathon to draw 8,000 runners to Naples

    The Neapolis Marathon will see 8,000 runners from 95 countries compete in Naples, starting and ending at Piazza del Plebiscito, while honoring the late athlete Davide Tizzano.

Sources

2anews.it · altarimini.it · atleticalive.it · podisti.net · runnermagazine.gr · sanmarinortv.sm · sportcampania.it

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