Gladys Kiptoo sets new female record at Jersey Marathon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:15 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Gladys Kiptoo completed the Jersey Marathon on October 4 in 2:35:57, setting a new female course record by nearly five minutes. More than 2,000 runners participated in the event, which celebrated community spirit and raised awareness for local charities. Kiptoo faced challenging conditions along the coastal route, noting strong winds at several points. Simon Kimtai was the first male finisher with a time of 2:19:56. Organizers welcomed participants from various age groups and 19 countries, highlighting the event's inclusivity.
- •Gladys Kiptoo’s time was almost five minutes faster than the previous record.
- •Simon Kimtai finished first among males in 2:19:56.
- •The marathon featured over 2,000 runners from around the globe.
- •Road closures were implemented in various areas for the marathon event.
- •Temperatures reached approximately 23C during the race.
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Runner smashes female record for Jersey Marathon
"Gladys Kiptoo shaved five minutes off the previous best female time for the course.
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