Maru Teferi of Israel reacts after his second place finish in the men's marathon during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. (AP Photo/Denes Erdos) (AP Photo/Denes Erdos)
Maru Teferi

The nation celebrated a historic achievement as Israeli runner Marhu Teferi secured the country’s inaugural silver medal in the men’s marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Sunday.

Israel’s prominence in the realm of sports continues to flourish, with a trajectory that spans from football to basketball, and now marathon running.

The nation celebrated a historic achievement as Israeli runner Marhu Teferi secured the country’s inaugural silver medal in the men’s marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Sunday, marking a significant leap forward in Israel’s athletic prowess.

Watch and learn about the latest milestones in Israeli sports and why Teferi’s win was so significant for the Jewish state.






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