Kenya and Namibia dominate Two Oceans half-marathon as international elite outshine local favourites

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: April 12, 2026Country: South Africa

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Kenya and Namibia dominate Two Oceans half-marathon as international elite outshine local favourites

Lavina Haitope claimed the Two Oceans Half Marathon title with an impressive performance. Kenya's Felix Kibet Masai also shone, winning the men's race in 1:03:17, the fastest time since 2017, just shy of the course record. The Kenyan runners completed a podium sweep, overshadowing South African hopes.

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