At the 2025 Sands China Macao International 10K race, Betty Sigei and Vincent Kibet Langat from Kenya triumphed, setting new race records. Sigei finished in 31:23, while Langat completed the race in 28:07. Local winners included Hoi Long and Wang Kun. Prize money totaled US$10,000 for champions, US$5,000 for second, and US$2,500 for third place.
The 2025 Sands China Macao International 10K race highlighted incredible performances by Kenyan runners, with Betty Sigei successfully defending her women’s title. She set a new race record of 31 minutes and 23 seconds, surpassing fellow Kenyans Cintia Chepngeno and Daisilah Jerono. In the men’s category, Vincent Kibet Langat also set a new record, finishing with a time of 28 minutes and 7 seconds, followed by Ethiopia’s Teresa Nyakola Gela and Harrison Wanjiru from Kenya.
In the local competition for Macao residents, Hoi Long and Wang Kun claimed the women’s and men’s titles. Both athletes had previously won in 2024, with Wang establishing a new local record of 31 minutes and 27 seconds, while Hoi clocked in at 38 minutes and 42 seconds. Chao Kin I and Law Kwan Wai rounded out the top three in their respective divisions.
Prize money for the overall 10-kilometre race includes US$10,000 for the champions, while second and third place earn US$5,000 and US$2,500, respectively. The main event commenced at Sai Van Lake Square and concluded inside the Olympic Sports Centre Stadium, providing a fitting stage for these remarkable achievements.
The 2025 Sands China Macao International 10K race showcased exceptional talent, with Kenyan athletes dominating both the men’s and women’s divisions. Betty Sigei and Vincent Kibet Langat set new records, while local competitors also excelled, displaying the spirit of athleticism in Macao. This event not only rewarded outstanding performances with substantial cash prizes but also highlighted the significance of competitive running in fostering community spirit.
Original Source: macaonews.org
