This Week In Running: August 11, 2025
Briefly

The Sierre-Zinal race, part of the Golden Trail World Series, featured a challenging 31-kilometer course with a 2,200-meter climb. Top finishers earned prize money and time bonuses. Adrien Briffod initially set a strong pace but was overtaken by Kenyan runners Philemon Kiriago and Patrick Kipngeno during the descent. Kiriago finished first in 2:28:45, followed by Kipngeno in 2:29:08, and Michael Selelo Saoli closely in third at 2:29:14. Four of the top five were Kenyan, showcasing their dominance in the race.
Adrien Briffod, an Olympic triathlete, led the Sierre-Zinal race for the first 20 kilometers but was overtaken by leading Kenyan runners in the final stretch.
Philemon Kiriago won the Sierre-Zinal race in 2:28:45, showcasing his climbing ability and downhill speed, marking a competitive return to the event.
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