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Madalina Florea (ROU) won the Sierre-Zinal race, marking her first victory in the event. Morven Goodrum (GBR) finished third on her debut, with Caroline Jepkoech Kimutai (KEN) taking second.
The Sierre-Zinal course, known for its steep climbs and descents, saw Florea pull ahead in the final kilometers. Kimutai overtook Goodrum for second, with the race coming down to the final downhill stretch. Read more racing coverage.
In the men’s race, Philemon Ombogo Kiriago (KEN) won his third Sierre-Zinal title, finishing ahead of Patrick Kipngeno (KEN). Jacob Adkin (GBR) finished fourth, with Michael Selelo Saoli (KEN) in third. Related: Wyatt Larkins wins Britain's first medal at World U20 Champs.
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Madalina Florea claimed her first Sierre-Zinal victory, while Philemon Ombogo Kiriago secured his third win. Madalina Florea (ROU) won the Sierre-Zinal race, marking her first victory in the event. Morven Goodrum (GBR) finished third on her debut, with Caroline Jepkoech Kimutai (KEN) taking second.
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Runner World published this brief on August 8, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated August 8, 2026.
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