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Woman breaks city marathon record | Woman breaks city marathon record |
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The first man and woman to cross the line in this year's Belfast City Marathon also took home the honours last year. | The first man and woman to cross the line in this year's Belfast City Marathon also took home the honours last year. |
Kenyan John Mutai came home first in the men's event in time of two hours, 16 minutes and 31 seconds | Kenyan John Mutai came home first in the men's event in time of two hours, 16 minutes and 31 seconds |
The winner of the women's race - Ethopia's Marashet Jumma - broke the course record with a time of two hours, 39 minutes and 22 seconds. | |
In all, about 15,000 people have taken to the streets of Belfast. | In all, about 15,000 people have taken to the streets of Belfast. |
The majority of entrants in the city's 27th marathon make up the 1,800 relay teams. | The majority of entrants in the city's 27th marathon make up the 1,800 relay teams. |
About 2,000 walkers are also taking part, while 1,500 people are competing in the fun run. | About 2,000 walkers are also taking part, while 1,500 people are competing in the fun run. |