Ezra Kipchumba Kering Wins Lagos City Marathon 2026 In Commanding Fashion

Ezra Kipchumba Kering Wins Lagos City Marathon 2026 In Commanding Fashion

Sampson Adedeji 

Kenyan long-distance runner Ezra Kipchumba Kering produced a stunning performance to win the 2026 edition of the Lagos City Marathon, clocking an impressive time of 2:11:55 to storm across the finish line in emphatic style, BSNSports.com.ng reports 

Kering showcased remarkable focus and endurance over the 42-kilometre distance, executing his race plan with precision to outpace a competitive field of elite runners. 

The Kenyan maintained a steady rhythm through the early stages before surging ahead in the latter part of the race to seal victory.

The annual marathon, which has grown into one of Africa’s premier road races, once again attracted top athletes from across the continent and beyond. 

Spectators lined major routes across Lagos, creating an electrifying atmosphere as runners battled the heat and the demanding course.

Kering’s winning time of 2:11:55 underlined his tactical discipline and physical resilience, reinforcing Kenya’s continued dominance in long-distance road racing.

His triumph at the 2026 edition adds another memorable chapter to the history of the Lagos City Marathon, further cementing the event’s reputation as a major fixture on the international athletics calendar.