Also known as: Sebastian Sawe · Sebastian
Kenyan marathoner who became the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon at the 2026 London Marathon, clocking 1:59:30.
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Citizen Digital
… By just a casual count, we currently hold at least seven world records including Sebastian Sawe’s London Marathon record, yes Arsenal’s London Marathon record… Then I imagined that sea of passion on the streets of Nairobi…and how I wish passion was transferable! …
KAIKAI’S KICKER: Cheer Arsenal, remember Shabana!The Standard
… A few days ago, my conviction found renewed expression when Sebastian Sawe stunned the global athletics fraternity by shattering a world record in a performance that was almost otherworldly. …
What writers can learn from outstanding Kenyan runnersCitizen Digital
… Informed athletes are empowered athletes, and that is the foundation of Kenya’s clean sport future.” The programme saw ADAK officials visit ISS Athletics Training Camp, Hussein Training Camp, 2 Running Camp — home to marathon world record holder Sebastian Sawe — Kiprun Athletics …
ADAK steps up anti-doping education drive in Kenya’s elite athletics campsCitizen Digital
… Several international and African sports personalities, including Eliud Kipchoge, Sebastian Sawe, Paul Tergat, and Tegla Lorupe, were present. …
Kenya, France showcase Sport as driver of youth development at Nairobi forumCitizen Digital
History-maker Sawe to compete at Berlin Marathon By AFP May 13, 2026 04:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Athletics - London Marathon - London, Britain - April 27, 2025 Kenya's Sabastian Sawe crosses the f …
History-maker Sawe to compete at Berlin MarathonThe Standard
… tion event, held against the backdrop of the two-day summit, served as a live-action proof of concept for the deepening Kenya-France partnership.The timing couldn't be better, with the summit following the seismic shockwaves sent through the athletics fraternity by Sabastian Sawe …
Tergat, Loroupe say Africa Summit is key for local sportsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeSabastian Sawe crosses the line to win the men's race in a new world record time at the 2026 London Marathon in London, April 26, 2026. …
Competition can make us fulfil the Kenyan dream of being SaweCitizen Digital
Sebastian Sawe offered holiday tour by KTB By Citizen Sports May 01, 2026 07:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto with record breaking marathoner Sebastian Sawe in State House, Nairobi …
Sebastian Sawe offered holiday tour by KTBThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeWorld marathon record holder Sabastian Sawe at State House, Nairobi, on April 30, 20226. …
Hail to the new marathon king, SaweThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeMarathon world record holder Sabastian Sawe was given a heroic welcome on his return from London, where he posted the first-ever sub-two-hour marathon time of 1:59:30 on Sunday. …
Heroic reception for new marathon king SaweColumnist Linus Kaikai, an Arsenal supporter, reflects on the club's first Premier League title in 22 years and the passionate celebrations among Kenyan fans, including street parades and church processions, while also noting rival supporters' contrasting reactions.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Columnist Linus Kaikai, an Arsenal supporter, reflects on the club's first Premier League title in 22 years and the passionate celebrations among Kenyan fans, including street parades and church processions, while also noting rival supporters' contrasting reactions.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that the disciplines required to produce champion runners—dedication, repetition, and refined technique—mirror those needed to create serious writers, and that Sebastian Sawe's recent world record represents a metaphor for creative excellence.
16 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya has rolled out a week-long athlete education programme across 16 elite training camps in Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties, targeting both elite and upcoming athletes with focus on the World Anti-Doping Agency prohibited list, medication safety, therapeutic use exemptions, and nutrition.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and France used sport as a platform for youth empowerment and economic cooperation at a high-level sports demonstration held at the University of Nairobi on May 11, organised by the French development agency in collaboration with the French Embassy and Kenyan partners, featuring demonstrations in basketball, athletics and football.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe, who became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours with a time of 1hr 59min 30sec at the London Marathon in April, will compete at the Berlin Marathon on September 27.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former NOC-K President Paul Tergat and other sports leaders say Kenya's hosting of the Africa Forward Summit 2026 demonstrates deepening Kenya-France cooperation in sports. The summit featured a sports demonstration event at the University of Nairobi alongside bilateral agreements between Presidents Ruto and Macron, with Tergat noting Kenya will host the Youth Olympic Games for the first time.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sebastian Sawe's world record at the 2026 London Marathon united Kenyans across ethnic, educational, and gender lines, and the columnist argues that Kenya should cultivate similar record-breaking excellence in other sectors including engineering, farming, construction, and academia.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sebastian Sawe, who became the first person to break the two-hour barrier in a marathon with a time of 1:59:30 at the London Marathon, has been offered a fully sponsored four-night luxury getaway called the "Champion's Retreat" at a Kenyan destination of his choice by the Kenya Tourism Board.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe set a world record and ran the first sub-two-hour marathon in legal competition at the 2026 London Marathon, finishing in 1:59:30. The 30-year-old from Moiben, Uasin Gishu County, credited perfect conditions and pacesetter Yomif Kejelcha for the achievement, pending ratification.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Marathon world record holder Sabastian Sawe returned to Kenya after posting the first-ever sub-two-hour marathon time of 1:59:30 in London, and was awarded Sh8 million and a car by President William Ruto at a State House reception in Nairobi. Sawe shattered the previous world record of 2:00:35 held by the late Kelvin Kiptum.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called on the Kenya Revenue Authority to reconsider taxing prize money earned by Kenyan athletes, saying sporting winnings should be exempt or zero-rated. He cited marathon champion Sabastian Sawe's case, claiming KRA is set to deduct approximately Ksh. 18 million from Sawe's Ksh. 48.5 million in awards.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe became the first man to officially finish a marathon in under two hours, with a time of 01:59:30 at the London Marathon. The feat capped decades of attempts to breach the previously unattained barrier in marathon running.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto awarded marathon runner Sebastian Sawe Ksh8 million and a brand new car after Sawe became the first athlete to complete the London Marathon in under two hours, clocking 1:59:30.
30 April 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto awarded Sebastian Sawe Ksh.8 million after the 30-year-old became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours, with an official time of 01:59:30 at the London Marathon. Ruto hosted Sawe at State House on Thursday to celebrate the historic feat.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto awarded marathon world record holder Sabastian Sawe Sh8 million and a customised vehicle after he became the first athlete to run a legal sub-two-hour marathon at the London Marathon, crossing the finish line in 1:59:30.
30 April 2026 · The Standard →
Sebastian Sawe, 31, from Nandi County, became the first man to run a sub-two-hour marathon in an official race, clocking 1:59:30 at the London Marathon. He returned to Kenya to a hero's welcome at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Wednesday night.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sebastian Sawe, who set a new world marathon record at the 2026 London Marathon, returned to Kenya on Wednesday and said the achievement was for all Kenyans. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya welcomed him at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and called the feat a global win that placed Kenya on the world map.
29 April 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe set a new world record at the London Marathon on Sunday, with an image of him displaying the time on his running shoe going viral globally.
28 April 2026 · The Standard →
Sabastian Sawe set a new world record at the London Marathon on Sunday, with an iconic image of him at the finish line going viral globally.
28 April 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe won the London Marathon and set a new world record time of 1 hour 59 minutes and 30 seconds, dedicating the achievement to the late Kelvin Kiptum, who died in a road crash in February 2024 and was a role model who inspired Sawe to run.
27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan Sebastian Sawe won the London Marathon in 1:59:30, becoming the first man to officially run a marathon under two hours in a legitimate race and breaking Kelvin Kiptum's previous world record of 2:00:35 by more than one minute.
26 April 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe won the London Marathon in 1hr 59min 30sec, the first ratified sub-two-hour marathon finish in history. Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha also dipped under two hours (1:59:41), with Uganda's Jacob Kiplomo third (2:00:28).
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe broke the two-hour marathon barrier for the first time in official history, winning the London Marathon in 1hr 59min 30sec. Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha finished second in 1:59:41, also dipping under two hours, with Uganda's Jacob Kiplomo third.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →