Famous Kenyan marathon winner Eliud Kipchoge has regretfully decided not to defend his title in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, citing personal grief as the reason for his decision. Two-time Olympic gold medallist Kipchoge voiced his sadness by saying,
“I was looking forward to winning my third successive title and competing at the Olympics has always been a great thing.” he quoted in athletics illustrated, Even though it is unfortunate that he is no longer with us, Kipchoge’s reputation as a great athlete lives on and inspires athletes everywhere.
This incredible athlete, who is 39 years old, has made a lasting impression on the Olympic arena. He has demonstrated his ability in long-distance running by winning the gold in the Rio Olympic Marathon in 2016 in 2:08:44 and then repeating the feat in the Tokyo Olympic Marathon in 2020 (2021), cutting even more time with a 2:08:38 finish.
He enhanced his Olympic record by winning silver and bronze in the 5000-meter competition at the Games in Beijing and Athens. He never stops motivating others and demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the game with every step.
Majors in Marathon Running
The legendary marathoner Eliud Kipchoge has won the coveted Marathon Majors eleven times. He set two world records and won five times in Berlin, demonstrating his unparalleled dominance in the sport. Even though Kelvin Kiptum broke records—his untimely death shocked the running community—the anticipated competition between Kipchoge and Kiptum for Olympic gold would have been an exciting highlight.
In addition to Berlin, Kipchoge claims four triumphs in London, Tokyo, and Chicago. Having ran 10 marathons under 2:05, 6 under 2:04:00, and twice under 2:02:00, he has broken records. Unquestionably one of the greatest marathoners in history, Kipchoge enjoyed 17 victories in his first 20 marathons and never finished slower than 2:04:05 in his six Berlin outings.
The legendary marathoner Eliud Kipchoge encountered an unforeseen obstacle in the Tokyo Marathon of 2024, placing 10th with a time of 2:06:50—his lowest finish to date. This unexpected result emphasizes the unpredictability of top competition while highlighting Kipchoge’s fortitude and unwavering pursuit of excellence in the face of overwhelming obstacles.
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