Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe becomes first marathon athlete to break two-hour barrier | FactaeKenyan runner Sebastian Sawe becomes first marathon athlete to break two-hour barrier
Kenyan athlete Sebastian Sawe made history by becoming the first marathoner to run under two hours.
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The fact
This feat marks a historic breakthrough in world athletics history.
Sawe's record pushes the limits of human endurance and may inspire elite runners globally.
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Premier athlète à courir un marathon en moins de deux heures
Établit un nouveau record mondial officiel de l'épreuve
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Apr 27Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe becomes first marathon athlete to break two-hour barrierthis article
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