French semi-marathon record near

Emmanuel Roudolph-Levisse ran the semi-marathon in 59 minutes and 23 seconds on Sunday in Valencia, Spain, becoming the second best French performer in the event's history.

Close to the record

Roudolph-Levisse's time places him just ten seconds behind Julien Wanders, who has held the French semi-marathon record since 2019.

Competing in Spain

The race took place in Valencia, a city known for hosting major athletic events, which attracted elite runners from around the world.

Roudolph-Levisse's achievement

This performance marks a significant milestone for Roudolph-Levisse, who is part of the Francilien athletic club, highlighting his growing prominence in French middle-distance running.