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Eliud Kipchoge would out-run train from London to Manchester with new marathon record

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Kipchoge did once complete a marathon in under two hours, but his incredible feat in Vienna is not recognised by World Athletic rules, due to the presence of pacers and other modifications that fall outside the governing body's remit.

And in case you needed another perspective to appreciate how extraordinary his new world record is, Kipchoge would have ran the marathon before a London Euston train reaches Manchester Piccadilly, if they set off at the same time. Read More: Strictly's Louis Smith says BBC show was 'harder' than training for 2012 Olympics The average travel time passengers commuting from Euston to Manchester is normally around the 2hr 7min mark.

Kipchoge’s record time would mean he’d cross the winners line six minutes before the train gets to Manchester.It is another jaw dropping example of the legendary runner’s extraordinary endurance, speed, and relentless hunger to beat his own world records. “No limitations, after 38k I knew I would be capable of breaking the world record,” Kipchoge said after the race.“Circumstances were great, and so was the organisation of the event.” When asked if he has the appetite to break the two hour barrier next year, Kipchoge was very coy in his response.Do you think Eliud Kipchoge can surpass his own world record again?

Let us know in the comments section below“Let us plan for another day,” he added. “I will celebrate this record and have to realise what happens.

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