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Marathon record-breaker says he underwent strict testing regime before smashing 2-hour barrier
- Sabastian Sawe won the London Marathon in 1:59:30, becoming the first to break the two-hour barrier in the event.
- Sawe said he volunteered for multiple doping tests to dispel doubts about his performances amid Kenyan doping concerns.
- The Adidas footwear Sawe wore was described as very light and aiding his pace.
- Sawe emphasized that running clean and fast proves talent, hard work, discipline, and patience can lead to big achievements.
- The AP report notes prior high-profile doping cases in Kenyan athletics to provide context for Sawe’s claims.
- Sawe celebrated by resting at home after the race and stated he slept well and woke up refreshed.
- The AP piece cites Sawe's post-race remarks about running clean to counter suspicions of doping.
- Sawe credited his performance partly to the lightweight shoe that weighed less than typical running footwear.
- The London Marathon victory and sub-two-hour mark were reported by AP sports veteran Steve Douglas and Neil Barker.
- Sawe urged other runners to volunteer for more doping tests to maintain the integrity of the sport.
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