Chicago Marathon: Sammy Wanjiru Wins In Unbelievable Finish (VIDEO)

WATCH: Incredible Finish To Chicago Marathon

Marathons aren't a typical venue for photo finishes, but Sammy Wanjiru got about as close as you'll get at yesterday's Chicago event.

Wanjiru came into the race the defending champion, an Olympic gold medalist and the heavy favorite. But in the last half-mile of Sunday's race, the Kenyan star was running pace-for-pace with Tsegay Kebede of Ethiopia, reigning winner of the London Marathon.

Kebede inched ahead of Wanjiru just before the race's final stretch, looking like he might have the edge. But in a thrilling finish, the Kenyan showed just why he's considered the greatest marathoner in the world.

The women's side also saw a repeat champion, as Liliya Shobukhova finished a relatively comfortable three minutes ahead of her competition.

Watch Wanjiru's amazing win:

Watch Wanjiru's reaction:

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