Jacob Kiplimo Targets Lisbon Half Marathon 2026

Uganda’s long-distance sensation Jacob Kiplimo sets his sights on Portugal. Jacob Kiplimo will race in the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon on March 8, 2026. This race provides a vital step in his build-up to the London Marathon.

National officials term the switch strategic. Kiplimo withdrew from the Barcelona Half Marathon. Uganda Athletics President Dominic Otuchet acknowledged the change to the media. “Kiplimo did not run in Barcelona,” Otuchet stated. “He will instead run in the Lisbon Half Marathon. It represents a savvy move as he sets up for London.”

Lisbon bears significant value for the star. In 2021, he smashed the world record there. His scorching time of 57:31 still stands as a benchmark. Kiplimo enters the race in peak shape. He just claimed gold in the World Cross Country Championships. Last October, he dominated the Chicago Marathon too.

Tough Field Awaits in Lisbon

Top runners from Ethiopia, Kenya, and Eritrea will challenge him. The competitions are expected to be intense and interesting since it has quick runners. Kiplimo’s quickness and expertise give him a strong edge.

Fans love his focus and excellent planning. To choose which race to compete in and which one to leave builds a lot of confidence and by the time the major marathon reaches, you are ready. Athletes always tend to make these changes in the schedule, some times it helps them to reduce on tiredness, fitness and also generate momentum.

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Many Ugandans are happily waiting for Kiplimo in the Lisbon Half Marathon. With the already made world record history and his current form, many are enthusiastic about his successes ahead. We shall be giving you all the updates ahead of the marathon come march 8th, 2026.