Let's talk about Almaz Ayana to see why the world record is in play for L. GIDAY.
1. Almaz just returned from a THREE year injury stint with a 5th place finished at Ethiopian 10000m.which was win by GIDAY.
2. Almaz debut on Amsterdam which is a fast course but slower then Berlin and Valencia.
3. Almaz debut coming off injury and 2 months earlier then a HEALTHY GIday, who still have 2 months to train..
4. GIDAY debut at 15km AND ALSO 1/2 marathon OBILERATED both 15km and 1/2 marathon WR's.!!!!!!!
2:12:57 WR