Athletics
Big pay day beckons for Wanjiru
Sammy Wanjiru wins the London Marathon in April. Apart from a possible cash prize of Sh32 million for him to win at Chicago Marathon on Sunday, the Olympic champion is also assured of Sh38 million for winning the World Marathon Majors title. Photo/FILE
Posted Saturday, October 10 2009 at 22:00
In Summary
- Olympic and London champ could win a possible Sh32m in Chicago race
Since its inaugural running in 1977, the Chicago Marathon has developed a global reputation for its fast, record-setting course.
The flat city landscape and cool climate combine to provide the best backdrop for posting records – personal, national and world.
Vincent Kipruto, 21, will be the man earmarked to push Wanjiru all the way.
He adds intrigue to the men’s field having captured the world’s attention with a new course record of 2:05:47 at the Paris Marathon, his second marathon appearance.
Abderrahim Goumri (2:05:30), will look to continue the Moroccan tradition in Chicago, mirroring the talents and top finishes of Abdelkader el Mouaziz, Khalid Khannouchi and Jaouad Gharib.
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