Sydney: Jobina’s victory saw him eclipse the previous course record of 2 hours, 6 minutes and 6 seconds, set by fellow Ethiopian Helmeram Kiros in last year’s edition.
The men’s race produced a tightly contested finish, with Ethiopia’s Chemdesa Debel taking second place in 2:04:46, just four seconds behind Jobina. Lesotho’s Tapelo Ramakonjowana finished third in 2:04:57.
In the women’s category, Jepchirchir secured top honours with a time of 2 hours, 18 minutes and 31 seconds.
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Her Kenyan compatriot Irene Cheptay finished second in 2:22:11, while Ethiopia’s Shor Demais completed the podium in third place with a time of 2:22:33.
