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Kiptum's death casts shadow over London Marathon for Bekele

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Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum reacts after winning the men's elite race at 2023 London Marathon in London, Britain last year. Kiptum died in a tragic road accident in February 2024. [Xinhua]

Ethiopia's Kenenisa Bekele said Kelvin Kiptum will always have a special place at the London Marathon after the Kenyan's tragic death.

Bekele, a three-time Olympic track champion, is gearing up for Sunday's latest edition of the race in the English capital.

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