Kenya’s Peris Jepkorir Kiprono won the women’s race at the 29th edition of the Palermo International Marathon held on Sunday (17) in Palermo, Italy.
The 36 year-old marathon veteran, led a 1-2 Kenyan podium finish when she took the honors in a time of 2:44.33 with Beatrice Cherono who was making her debut over the distance coming home in second in 2:45.38.
ALSO READ: Gilbert Masai wins Palermo Marathon
Italy’s Nadine de la Cruz Aguirre completed the podium in 3:00.03.
LEADING RESULTS
42KM WOMEN
- Peris Jepkorir Kiprono (KEN) 2:44.33
- Beatrice Cherono (KEN) 2:45.38
- Nadine de la Cruz Aguirre (ITA) 3:00.03
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