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CHRISTOPHER Gondwe has vowed to defend his Econet Victoria Falls 42km Marathon title as he takes to the resort town on July 3 for the race.
Gondwe (35) of Blanket Mine Athletics Club won the race in 2019 and picked up US$900 after crossing the finishing line in 02:25:36, but failed to beat 2018 winner Nkosiyazi Sibanda’s record of 02:21:08.
It was his first time to compete in the 42km race.
On Gondwe’s heels in 2019 was Costern Chiyaba, who finished at a time of 02:25:44 with Lyno Muchena coming third in 02:25:48.
The ladies’ 42km race was won by Felistus Chitoshi, who hit the tape in 02:52:31 while on the second spot was Chokore Chiedza in 02:58:12 followed by Thabitha Tsatsa in 03:06:06.
The last edition of the race was held virtually in 2020 and registration for this year’s race will close on Sunday.
“We are happy to announce that we will be extending the close of entries date for this year’s Victoria Falls Marathon from the May 31 to June 19 2022 or sooner if we reach capacity! This means that you have less than three weeks left to still enter. Make sure that you enter now and don’t make the mistake of leaving your entry to the last minute when it is too late,” read a post on the organiser’s Facebook page.