🎙️ The Trackstaa Podcast I 1:58 Marathon Is It Possible After the Sub 2 Hour Breakthrough

In a historic London Marathon weekend, two elite runners—Sebastian Kipchoge (1:59:30) and Yomif Kejelcha (1:59:41)—shattered the two-hour barrier in an official race for the first time, marking a seismic moment in athletics. The feat, achieved on a challenging course with massive crowd energy, was fueled by cutting-edge Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 shoes that reportedly weigh just 97-98 grams—lighter than a few socks—and offer unprecedented energy return. Hosts Rich and Jonesy express disbelief and awe, emphasizing how the performance wasn’t a manufactured spectacle but a genuine, tactical race where Kipchoge pushed hard from 30km onward, dropping a 27:36 10K split. They predict a 1:58 marathon is now within reach if such pacing is replicated in Berlin. On the women’s side, Asefa Mengistu set a new women’s-only world record (2:15:41), racing with tactical precision and psychological edge, while British athletes delivered strong performances, including Mohamed Mohamed’s 2:06:14—second on the UK all-time list. Despite some setbacks, the hosts celebrate the depth of talent, the resilience of athletes like Jess George and Jack Rowe, and the emotional weight of debut marathons. This event isn’t just a record—it’s a new era in marathon running.