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Kenya runner Sabastian Sawe smashes London Marathon record with unique shoe

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Published on 26 April 2026
Kenya runner Sabastian Sawe smashes London Marathon record with unique shoe

The shoe choice played a bigger role than expected

London Marathon results made headlines as Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe won in record time, but the most talked-about factor was his unique shoe. The finish reshaped expectations around elite running equipment and how small advantages can translate into major speed gains, leaving fans and rivals asking what exactly made his setup stand out.

  • Sabastian Sawe won the London Marathon in record time
  • A unique shoe reportedly contributed to the breakthrough performance
  • Elite equipment choices are under fresh scrutiny after the result
  • The win raises questions about future competitive advantages
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This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on The Economic TimesThe Economic Times

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