Kenya’s Geoffrey Kamworor and Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei will lock horns at the 2025 Condor Executive Antrim Coast Half Marathon on August 25, 2025.
This event marks their first head-to-head clash on Irish soil and promises to deliver one of the most exciting distance running duels of the decade.
Both athletes bring impressive resumes to the race. Joshua Cheptegei, the reigning double Olympic champion and world record holder in the 5,000m and 10,000m, dominates the global stage with Olympic gold medals from Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, along with multiple World Championship titles.
Geoffrey Kamworor and Joshua Cheptegei’s Recent Performance
Kenya`s Geoffrey Kamworor
His recent performances show he remains the man to beat. Joshua Cheptegei also recorded a strong 27:53 finish in a recent road race this year.
On the other hand, Kamworor, 32, stands as no less formidable. The Kenyan titan holds three World Half Marathon titles, three World Cross Country Championships, and a World Championship 10,000m silver medal.
He has also shown strong recent form, finishing second to Jacob Kiplimo in a major half-marathon earlier this year. Kamworor’s experience and tactical savvy make him a tough competitor on any course.
Alongside these two stars, Kenya’s Erick Sang and Ethiopia’s Mohamed Esa will also compete, adding depth to an already competitive field. Both athletes have steadily improved and plan to push the leaders throughout the race.
Their recent clashes have been intense. At the World Cross Country Championships, Joshua Cheptegei edged out Kamworor to claim the title, showcasing his superior endurance and speed. However, Kamworor responded with strong performances on the roads, reminding fans that he remains a force to be reckoned with.
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The Antrim Coast Half Marathon offers a scenic but challenging course, and both athletes plan to bring their best strategies and fitness to the race. Fans can expect a tactical battle filled with fast pacing, strategic moves, and a thrilling finish.
The Kamworor-Cheptegei rivalry has defined distance running in recent years, and this race promises to add another memorable chapter.
Mark your calendars for August 25, 2025, as these world-class athletes take to the Antrim Coast.
