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Tamirat Tola Wins Men's Marathon In Olympic-Record Time

Ethiopia's Tamirat Tola celebrates after crossing the finish line to win the gold medal at the end of the men's marathon competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in Paris, Fra

The penultimate day of the 2024 Summer Olympics has witnessed a remarkable feat in the men's marathon race. Tamirat Tola of Ethiopia secured the gold medal in spectacular fashion, setting a new Olympic record in the process.

Tola's performance was nothing short of extraordinary as he completed the grueling 26.2-mile course in a blistering time of 2 hours, 6 minutes, and 26 seconds. This impressive display of endurance and speed saw him surpass the previous Olympic record by a mere six seconds, solidifying his place in history.

Tola finishes 26.2-mile race in 2:06:26, surpassing previous record.
Tamirat Tola sets new Olympic record in men's marathon.
Bashir Abdi of Belgium claims silver, Benson Kipruto of Kenya wins bronze.

Not far behind was Belgium's Bashir Abdi, who put up a valiant effort to claim the silver medal, finishing just 21 seconds after Tola crossed the finish line. The bronze medal went to Benson Kipruto of Kenya, who also delivered a commendable performance in the challenging race.

The intense competition and remarkable achievements of these athletes have captivated audiences around the world, showcasing the pinnacle of human athleticism and determination. As the 2024 Summer Olympics draw to a close, the men's marathon race will be remembered as a defining moment of sporting excellence and record-breaking success.

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