Sun Dec 01 11:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Ethiopian Runner Megertu Alemu Triumphs at Valencia Marathon
**Valencia, Spain** – Ethiopian athlete Megertu Alemu lived up to expectations, winning the Valencia Marathon this morning with a time of 2 hours, 16 minutes, and 49 seconds. This continues a strong showing for Ethiopian women in the prestigious race, following last year’s victory by Workesh Degefa. Another Ethiopian, Tirueye Mesfin, secured third place, while Ugandan Stella Chesand finished second. While Amane Beriso, the current course record holder, was unable to compete due to injury, Ethiopian runners once again dominated the women’s field. The race also saw the return of course record holders Sisay Lemma (men’s) and Amane Beriso (women’s) though only Lemma competed. Further details regarding other races mentioned in the original text (Great Ethiopian Run, etc.) were omitted for brevity and focus.
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