Men's half marathon
The current men's half marathon record is 56:51, held by Yomif Kejelcha, set on March 8, 2026. Last checked October 10, 2026.
56:51
Yomif Kejelcha
- Holder
- Yomif Kejelcha
- Record
- 56:51
- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Date set
- March 8, 2026
- Recognized by
- World Athletics
- Last checked
- October 10, 2026
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