Moses Kibet breaks the course record at the Paris half-marathon

Kenyan Moses Kibet broke the course record of the Harmonie Mutuelle Semi de Paris that was held on Sunday (6) in Paris, France.

The 24 year-old led a 1-2-3 Kenyan podium finish as he gave a powerful kick in the finals metres to set a new course record of 59:42 after breaking the previous course record that was set in 2012 of 59:44 by Stanley Biwott .

He was followed by Hillary Kipkoech who crossed the line two seconds later with Justus Kangogo closing the podium first three finishes in 1:01.00

LEADING RESULTS

21KM MEN

1. Moses Kibet          (KEN) 59:42
2. Hillary Kipkoech  (KEN) 59:44
3. Justus Kangogo     (KEN) 1:01.00