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Gitonga, Kibet dazzle in Mt Longonot Challenge

Ruth Gitonga on her way to victory in elite 13.5km women's race at the Mt Longonot Trail Challenge on November 16, 2024. [Courtesy]

Ruth Gitonga made a grand entrance into mountain running in style, clinching victory in the elite 13.5km women's race at the Mt Longonot Trail Challenge on Saturday.

Gitonga crossed the line in 1:14:50, with Philaris Kisang (1:15:25) and Joyline Chepngeno (1:16:45) completing the podium positions.

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