Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha has shattered the men's half marathon world record, clocking an astonishing time of 56 minutes and 51 seconds. The record-breaking performance occurred during a World Athletics road race held in Buenos Aires.
Kejelcha's new benchmark surpasses the previous record by a significant margin of 29 seconds, marking a historic achievement in long-distance running. The race in Buenos Aires provided the stage for this remarkable display of speed and endurance, solidifying Kejelcha's place in athletic history.
Kejelcha Smashes Half Marathon World Record by 29 Seconds in Buenos Aires
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