Habtom Samuel and Pam Kosgei claim Beach to Beacon 10K titles
Press Herald • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Habtom Samuel of Eritrea triumphed in the men's race at the TD Beach to Beacon 10K on August 1, 2026, pulling ahead of Patrick Kiprop, who had been in the lead for most of the race. Pam Kosgei secured the women's title, besting Elise Cranny in a close finish. This year's event featured a strong field of newcomers, adding excitement to the traditional event held in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
- •Samuel outlasted Kiprop in the men's race.
- •Kosgei claimed victory over Cranny in the women's event.
- •The Beach to Beacon 10K took place in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
- •The race drew significant participation from newcomers this year.
- 1:04 PMPress Herald — Newcomers surge to Beach to Beacon victories - The Portland Press Herald
"Habtom Samuel outlasted Patrick Kiprop to win the men's race, while Pam Kosgei took the women's crown in a close battle with Elise Cranny.
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