PINOY RUNNERS EXCEL IN HK MARATHON
Hong Kong, Feb. 26, 1998 - Three Filipino runners were classified the best Asians in the Hong Kong International Marathon held Sunday. An Ethiopian won, and RP's Roy Vence placed ninth while Hector Begeo placed 10th and Allan Allester was 11th.
Begeo's performance improved, at 2 hours, 24.12 seconds, or seven seconds faster than his personal best time. The record was significant because the Hong Kong Marathon was held on a cold, windy day.
Philippine Amateur Track and Field Association president Go Teng Kok attributed Begeo's improvement to the training of Patafa athletes in China.
Reported by: Sol Jose Vanzi
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