The Generali Prague Half Marathon, celebrating its 25th anniversary on 5 April 2025, promises to deliver thrilling competition. Kenyan stars Isaia Kipkoech Lasoi and Lilian Kasait Rengeruk are set to take on the fast course, aiming for victory and potential course records.
The Generali Prague Half Marathon is set to celebrate its 25th anniversary on Saturday, 5 April 2025, with a highly competitive field and the potential for record-breaking performances. Among the top contenders are Kenyan runners Isaia Kipkoech Lasoi and Lilian Kasait Rengeruk, both aiming for strong performances on Prague’s fast course.
Lasoi, 25, has set his sights on victory and a possible course record. Ranked fourth globally in men’s road running by World Athletics, he has consistently finished under the one-hour mark in the half marathon for the past three seasons. His personal best of 58:10, achieved at the 2024 Copenhagen Half Marathon, was one of the fastest times in the world last year. In Prague, he will challenge the current course record of 58:24, set by Sebastian Sawe in 2024.
The Kenyan has shown strong form this season, finishing fourth at the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon in 59:26 despite challenging wind conditions. With his speed and consistency, he is expected to be a key contender in Prague.
In the women’s race, Lilian Kasait Rengeruk leads the elite field. The 27-year-old Kenyan had an impressive 2024 season, making a strong half marathon debut in Valencia, where she placed third with a time of 1:03:32—currently the fourth-fastest mark in history. Ranked second in the world in women’s road running, Rengeruk has also excelled on the track, having run under 30 minutes for 10,000 metres. She will be aiming to better the Prague course record of 1:04:52, set by Joyceline Jepkosgei in 2017.
“The Prague Half Marathon course is known for its speed and ideal conditions for fast times,” said Carlo Capalbo, Chairman of the RunCzech Organising Committee. “We are excited to welcome such talented athletes and look forward to an exciting race.”
The Generali Prague Half Marathon is already sold out this year, but running enthusiasts don’t have to limit themselves to Prague to experience a half marathon. RunCzech, the organiser of the Prague Half Marathon, will host additional events in the coming months in Karlovy Vary, České Budějovice, Olomouc, Ústí nad Labem, and Liberec. Those interested can find more information and register for one of the races on the RunCzech website.
