4 weeks before the big IAAF Label-Marathon in the Mexican Capital Méxic D.F. ususally a half marathon is hold at a good test for many local runners to see their shape.
Also some international athletes regulary take part and could convince with a first place for Julius Keter and a second place for Robert Gaitho in the streets of the city. The times of 65 were afected by Mexican altitude of 2200m and the not very deep field.