Considering that the race is star-studded no runner will be willing to set the pace for the others. This is why a record will be almost impossible.

At the moment I am a little bit politician, yes. I think that could be my next step. It is not because I want power, it is because of what I think I could do for the people.

Once you have commitment, you need the discipline and hard work to get you there.

I love running and I will always run.

When you talk about world record times, you have to understand that everything must be perfect the weather, the course, the temperature. It is not always enough to be in good shape.

You know the marathon in my country is just exceptional. It's like soccer in England. If England win the world cup and Ethiopia win the marathon - it's the same.

I always tell young athletes the same thing, 'Wherever you go, whatever you do, what must your top priority be? Running.'