Jacob Kiplimo celebrates early; Kibiwott Kandie wins Sao Paulo race

Olympic runner prematurely celebrates near finish line, blows race and chance at record:

Scott GleesonIt's not uncharacteristic for an elite runner to begin celebrating while nearing the finish line following a hard-fought race.

Enter Olympic runner Jacob Kiplimo, a teenager from Uganda who was closing in on a victory in the 95th San Silvestre de Sao Paulo Road Race Tuesday in Brazil. Having blazed most of the 9.3 mile-race, Kiplimo put his arms up in celebratory fashion — albeit a bit too soon.

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