Kenyans set for tough duel in three major city marathons

Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir wins the Women's Elite 2016 IAAF World Half Marathon Championships in Cardiff, Wales, Saturday, March 26, 2016. [David Davies / PA via AP]

After the historic marathon week for Kenya – Eliud Kipchoge's iconic 1:59.40 and Brigid Kosgei's 2:14.04 world record – more Kenyan stars are expected to set fast times in four marathon races in Europe, Asia and North America.

In the Netherlands, Linet Masai returns to Amsterdam for the Gold Label road race and targeting victory tomorrow.