Sabastian Sawe has become a darling to many after winning the 2026 London Marathon on Sunday, April 26. Sabastian Sawe gifted President Ruto the KSh 64,000 Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 shoes he used to break the record. The 31-year-old marathoner completed the 42-kilometre race in 1:59:30, breaking the 2023 record held by late Kenyan marathoner Kelvin Kiptum. Sawe arrived in the country on Wednesday, April 29, accorded a heroic water salute at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport aboard a KQ flight. How much will Sabastian Sawe receive after winning London Marathon? Sawe pockets KSh 7.1 million from the marathon for finishing in top position. He will get the world record bonuses, which is KSh16.1 million and KSh 19.1 million. The latter amount is for anyone who finishes the race under 2:02:00 a record set earlier by Kiptum. Sawe also received KSh 8 million from William Ruto, KSh 5 million for breaking the marathon world record. and KSh 3 million for winning a gold medal at the London Marathon.
According to sources, Sawe is expected to pocket around KSh 130 million in total, which includes money from his sponsors like Adidas, that he is yet to publicly disclose. On April 30, apart from the KSh 8 million President Ruto gifted Sawe, he also handed him customised number plates (1:59:30) and a car of his choice. During the colourful event, Sawe gave Ruto the KSh 64,000 Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 shoes he used to break the record. Is Sebastian Sawe married? After his big win, news spread widely like wildfire, reaching even those with no interest in sports. Kenyan women took to social media to congratulate the new sheriff in town, with some shooting their shot, hoping to grab his attention. Photos of the 31-year-old with his lovely parents have been making rounds online, with women inquiring if he is single or married. According to sources, Sawe is married with one child, though he has not yet publicly shown them Sabastian Sawe prefers to keep his family matters private and little is known about his wife and child.
Below are some comments from Kenyan women: Dorcas Nekesa said: “Congrats. Ako na mtu? Asking for Kenyan women.” Belinda Awuor said: “Is he single? I’m ready to be an obedient and loyal wife.” Tasha Aurelia wrote: “You mean he has no wife, guys?” Fridah Maritim said: “Where is the wife? 😭😭 Asking for a friend.” Carol Munyao said: “Ni type yangu💃.” Sylvia Sylvia said: “Someone assist me tell Sawe we have accepted him.” Anne Ciiku wrote: “Anataka bibi mwengine? I’m ready to be the second wife.” Maggiesommies said: “Nani akona number ya sawe ya MPesa nimutumie za congratulations.” A section of men advised Sawe not to be in a rush to marry and take his precious time before he decides to settle.
