Sifan Hassan admitted she got away with it after struggling to hit her straps during the opening stages of her Sydney victory.
The Dutch star had to overcome some difficult periods but ultimately pulled it together to coast away to an impressive course record.
Hailemaryam Kiros and Marcel Hug reflected on Major glory while Eliud Kipchoge felt the love despite slipping out of contention.
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