Omae, Miller Win 2012 P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon

Wykes, Slattery take half-marathon titles; B-52s rock post-race show; event to benefit National MS Society

By: Amana Miyamae, Competitor Group

TEMPE, Ariz. - (January 15, 2012) - A soft cloud cover and cool temperatures graced the 9th P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society as more than 25,000 runners toured the neighboring cities of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe on Sunday. The race debuted two brand new courses, with new start lines and a more scenic route.

In the men's full marathon race, Peter Omae reached the final straightaway and took one last look over his shoulder. He knew he had to wait another 75 meters before he could start celebrating.

Omae, a Kenyan living in Worcester, Mass., lifted his arms in triumph when he broke the tape in 2 hours, 24 minutes, 47 seconds - 11 seconds up on Chad Ware of Fort Huachuca, Arizona. For the 33-year-old Omae, it was his second marathon in a week. He was runner-up last Saturday at the Mississippi Blues Marathon in 2:21:12.