Ethiopian Yomif Kejelcha breaks half-marathon world record in Buenos Aires

Yomif Kejelcha shattered the half-marathon world record in under 57 minutes this Sunday.

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The performance took place in the streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

This record confirms Ethiopia's dominance in long-distance running.

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