Sabastian Sawe brings the gold medal home.

World Half Marathon champion Sabastian Sawe won the men’s elite division at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race with an impressive time of 28:03. 

This victory was Sawe’s first race in the U.S. and solidified his position as the top-ranked road racer globally. 

The 29-year-old Kenyan, known for his 10K time of 26:49, has been dominating the global running stage. 

His recent win at the Peachtree Road Race not only adds to his career but also positions him at the top of the 2024 leaderboard for the fastest half marathon times worldwide. 

Sawe expressed his excitement about competing in Atlanta in a post-race interview. 

“In this career of athletics, I’m like trying to be where we have not been. So it was my choice. I’m trying to run here,” he explained.

When asked about his message to young runners who look up to him for inspiration and motivation, Sawe emphasized the virtues of perseverance and dedication.

“Yeah, running is so good. It needs special and hard work,” he stated, underscoring the rigorous commitment required to excel in the sport.

Sawe also took a moment to address his fans back home in Kenya.

“I wish them a happy time. I represented them well, and I clicked (called) them and wish them a nice evening there,” he said, highlighting his connection and gratitude towards his supporters.

The race was intense, with Sawe narrowly defeating Leonard Ebenyo by just two seconds. 

This close finish showcased the fierce competition and the high calibre of the participating athletes. 

Robert Kiprop finished in third place with a time of 28:18, closely followed by Hillary Kipkoech, who secured fourth place just two seconds later. 

Boniface Kibowot rounded out the top five, finishing in 28:32. Mathew Kimeli and Jake Robertson from New Zealand shared sixth place with a time of 28:37 each. 

Yemane Haileselassie from Eritrea took the eighth spot with a finish time of 28:59, while Kenyan Reuben Mosip and American Joseph Trojan completed the top ten, finishing in 29:19 and 29:23, respectively.

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