NAGOYA, Mar 10 (News On Japan) –
The Nagoya Women’s Marathon was held on March ninth, with Saya Sato ending second general and first amongst Japanese runners, clocking a private finest of two hours, 20 minutes, and 59 seconds. Her robust efficiency considerably bolstered her probabilities of securing a spot within the World Championships.
The race, which serves as the ultimate choice occasion for Japan’s marathon staff for the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo this September, began at 9:10 a.m. on March eighth. Among the frontrunners was Rika Kaseda, 26, a neighborhood favourite and a graduate of Meijo University.
The decisive second got here after the 33-kilometer mark when Kenya’s Chepkirui surged forward, leaving the pack behind. However, Sato, 30, who’s aiming for her second consecutive World Championships look, maintained her composure and resilience.
Sato crossed the end line in 2 hours, 20 minutes, and 59 seconds, shaving a major margin off her earlier finest. Finishing because the quickest Japanese runner, she took a serious step towards securing her place on the nationwide staff.
Source: 東海テレビ NEWS ONE