In the illustrious world of marathon running, where records are shattered and boundaries are constantly being pushed, there emerges a name that has begun to make waves—Kelvin Kiptum.
Hailing from the verdant landscapes of Kenya, a nation known for producing some of the finest long-distance runners in history, Kiptum’s journey to the pinnacle of marathon running is nothing short of inspiring. Let’s delve into the marathon journey of Kelvin Kiptum
Kelvin Kiptum marathon
Kelvin Kiptum embarked on a marathon journey that would see him rise from obscurity to global stardom. Hailing from Chepkorio, a small home village located 30km from Eldoret, Kiptum’s story is intertwined with that of his childhood friend and role model, Geoffrey Kamworor.
In 2013, at the tender age of 13, Kiptum decided to test his mettle in the Eldoret Half Marathon. Despite his young age and lack of experience, he finished an impressive 10th, signaling the beginning of a promising career in marathon running. Over the next five years, under the guidance of his coach and mentor, Gervais Hakizimana, a Rwandan athlete who had lived and trained in the area for many years, Kiptum honed his skills and prepared for the challenges that lay ahead.
Kelvin Kiptum showcased his marathon prowess with a series of remarkable victories, setting new records and solidifying his status as a rising star in the world of long-distance running. His triumphant run began at the Marathon Valencia Trinidad Alfonso EDP in Valencia on December 4, 2022, where he crossed the finish line in a blistering time of 2:01:53.
Kiptum continued his winning streak at the TCS London Marathon on April 23, 2023, where he clocked an impressive time of 2:01:25. However, the pinnacle of his achievements came at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 8, 2023, where he shattered the world record with a jaw-dropping time of 2:00:35, further cementing his legacy as one of the greatest marathoners of his generation.
Kelvin Kiptum marathon journey as per world athletics
| Competition | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Chicago Marathon(WR) | 08 OCT 2023 | 2:00:35 |
| TCS London Marathon | 23 APR 2023 | 2:01:25 |
| Maraton Valencia Trinidad Alfonso EDP | 04 DEC 2022 | 2:01:53 |
| Medio Maratón Valencia Trinidad Alfonso EDP(Half) | 06 DEC 2020 | 58:42 |
| Medio Maraton Valencia Trinidad Alfonso EDP(Half) | 24 OCT 2021 | 59:02 |
| Le Lion Montbéliard to Belfort(Half) | 29 SEP 2019 | 59:53 |
| EDP Meia Maratona de Lisboa(Half) | 17 MAR 2019 | 59:54 |
| NN CPC Loop Den Haag(Half) | 08 MAR 2020 | 59:59 |
| Copenhagen Half Marathon | 15 SEP 2019 | 1:00:38 |
| Kagawa Marugame International Half Marathon | 02 FEB 2020 | 1:00:57 |
Kelvin Kiptum receiving heroic welcome by his Family and friends
