Jacob Kiplimo left a remarkable performance at the 2023 ZevenHeubenloop 7 Hills Race in Nijmegen, Netherlands, on Sunday, November 19. He showcased his prowess in long-distance running which culminated in an impressive victory. Let’s delve into the key milestones of his record-breaking race.
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Which Race Did Jacob Kiplimo Participate in?
- Distance: 15 KM
- Date: Sunday, November 19, 2023
- Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Jacob Kiplimo’s Performance
Jacob Kiplimo, a 23-year-old Ugandan athlete was able to secure the gold medal. He also equaled the world record previously set by Joshua Cheptegei five years ago. Here’s a breakdown of Kiplimo’s performance during the race:
- 5KM Mark:
- Time: 14:24 minutes
- Pace: 2:54 minutes per kilometer
- 10KM Stage:
- Time: 30:35 minutes
- Acceleration: Pace improved to 2:35 minutes per kilometer
- Finish Line Sprint:
- Final Pace: Further improved to an impressive 2:31 minutes per kilometer
Results Of The Racing
The top finishers in the 2023 ZevenHeubenloop 7 Hills Race were as follows:
- Gold: Jacob Kiplimo (Uganda) – 00:41:05
- Silver: Rodgers Kibet (Uganda) – 00:42:44
- Bronze: Amos Serem (Kenya) – 00:43:07
- 4th: Filmon Tesfu (France) – 44:00
- 5th: Mike Foppen (France) – 44:01
What other accolades has Jacob Kiplimo won in the past?
In addition to his victory in the ZevenHeubenloop race, Jacob Kiplimo boasts other notable achievements:
- Gold medalist at the 2023 World Cross Country Championships in Bathurst, Australia
- Winner of the New York City Half Marathon
- Previously set a world record during the Lisbon 2021 Half Marathon with a time of 57:31 minutes
Other Notable Finishers
- 6th: Mustefa Kedir (France) – 44:04
- 7th: Emil Danielsson (Sweden) – 44:06
- 8th to 10th: Therence Bizoza (Burundi), Yohanes Chiappinelli (Italy), Kebede Tulu (Ethiopia)
Team Standings
The team standings for the ZevenHeubenloop 7 Hills Race are as follows:
- Stichting NPSB team: 45,756 points
- MSD Animal Health Boxmeer 1: 45,238 points
- 11 Luchtmobiele Brigade: 44,322 points
Race Statistics | Jacob Kiplimo
- Total Runners: Over 18,500 participants
- Race Route: The race started and finished at the Groesbeekseweg near the Sumatrastraat.
The 2023 ZevenHeubenloop 7 Hills Race proved to be a monumental event, attracting a massive participation of over 18,500 runners and solidifying its position as one of the largest 15 KM races worldwide.
