Marta Megra from Ethiopia sets new record for women's full marathon at Hengshui

Aychew Bantie Dessie from Ethiopia came in first at the men's full marathon when he clocked in at 2 hours, 8 minutes and 51 seconds, while Marta Lema Megra, also from Ethiopia, took home the honors at the women's full marathon when she crossed the finish line at 2 hours, 24 minutes and 21 seconds, setting a new record for the category at Hengshui. Aychew Bantie Dessie fromEthiopiacame in first at the men's full marathon when he clocked in at 2 hours, 8 minutes and 51 seconds, whileMarta...

Aychew Bantie Dessie from Ethiopia came in first at the men's full marathon when he clocked in at 2 hours, 8 minutes and 51 seconds, while Marta Lema Megra, also from Ethiopia, took home the honors at the women's full marathon when she crossed the finish line at 2 hours, 24 minutes and 21 seconds, setting a new record for the category at Hengshui.

Hengshui has become a regular stop for many National Marathon Champions during the six years that the race has been held here. Some Chinese runners also attracted wide attention. Su Guoxiong (male -- 2 hours, 17 minutes and 11 seconds) and Dan Ji (female -- 2 hours, 35 minutes and 49 seconds) were the best performers in their respective groups.

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