Kenyan runners have dominated the Equator 10 Kilometer run, which was held as part of the 2017 Tomini Bay Festival.

Charles Munyua Njoki of Kenya secured first place in the international men’s category and was awarded with Rp 25 million (U$1,878) in cash. He was followed by Stephen Mungathia Nkubitu in second position. Stephen secured Rp 20 million in prize money. Third position was secured by Peter Keter, also from Kenya, with Rp 15 million in cash money.

Kenya’s domination could also be seen in the international women’s category. First position was secured by Chintia Chilangat Towetto, followed by Anna Mukuhi Njihia in second and Elizabeth Wanza Maythia in third. These three runners were rewarded with Rp 25 million, Rp 20 million and Rp 15 million, respectively.

Almost all international runners managed to finish the 10 kilometer route within 27 minutes while the local runners finished it within 30 minutes.

West Java runner Agus Prayogo managed to secure first position in the national category and won Rp 20 million in cash. Second position was claimed by Ridwan of West Nusa Tenggara and third place was secured by Acong Purwanto, also from West Java. These two runners claimed Rp 15 million and Rp 10 million, respectively.

The event was the first running competition organized by the Perigi Moutong administration. It lured 1500 runners from all over the country. Total prize money amounted to Rp 164 million.

Organizing chief Mawardin Tjambu said the event was tailored to introduce the region as one of Indonesia’s best tourist destinations.

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