‘I Am Ready’ – Jacob Kiplimo Reveals Main Target as He Takes on John Korir in Chicago Marathon

Jacob Kiplimo is confident ahead of his Chicago Marathon showdown with John Korir, ready to prove a point on the big stage.

Jacob Kiplimo will be competing in his second marathon in Chicago on Sunday, October 12, and he has expressed optimism ahead of the battle against reigning Boston Marathon champion John Korir.

Jacob Kiplimo, a two-time world cross country champion, made his full marathon debut in the streets of London, finishing an impressive second in a time of 2:03:37 behind Sabastian Sawe, who was competing in his second marathon.

Sabastian Sawe made his debut in Valencia and has yet to lose in a marathon, with his recent exploits being witnessed at the Berlin Marathon.

Jacob Kiplimo: I’m Ready to Compete Against John Korir

Jacob Kiplimo pointed out that his training ahead of the Chicago Marathon has been smooth, unlike when he was getting ready for the London Marathon.

The former world bronze medallist noted that he has increased his mileage in a bid to be more fit and hopefully clock a personal best time.

Jacob Kiplimo revealed that when competing at the London Marathon, he was unsure of how to maintain his pace throughout the race, but for Chicago, he had a glimpse of what to expect.

Ahead of locking horns with John Korir, Jacob Kiplimo expressed excitement, pointing out that he will be pushed to clock a better time.

“I’m feeling okay. I’m ready. I think you know London was a little bit tough, and it was my first marathon. Yeah. I think about this one, I’ve prepared well, and I’ve added a lot of mileage,” Jacob Kiplimo said in an interview with LetsRun.com.

“Of course, it was my first marathon, so I was having a lot of patience, fearing that maybe I would not finish or I would finish. Of course, now I’ve prepared for this one. I’ve added a lot of mileage. It’s just for me to run my personal best.”

“Yeah. I’m always happy to run with one of the stars, especially in the strongest team. I’m happy to run with him. Chicago is the city of records. So, I always want to go there to run.”

As Jacob Kiplimo heads into his second marathon in Chicago, his focus remains clear to build on his London experience, test himself against world-class competition, and chase a new personal best.

With renewed confidence and stronger preparation, the Ugandan star looks ready to make a statement on one of the fastest courses in the world.