Kelvin Kiptum, marathon world record holder, has died. The athlete from Kenya was 24 years old. The man died in a car accident. His trainer Garvais Hakizimana was also a victim. The Kenyan suddenly lost control of the vehicle and fell into a deep ditch.
The news of the athlete’s death was confirmed on Sunday evening by the police commander of Elgeyo-Malakwet County in Kenya, Peter Mulinge. The accident occurred on one of the local roads.
Kelvin Kiptoum he was traveling with two passengers. Marathon runner he and his coach died instantly – writes Interia Sport. The woman who accompanied them was taken to hospital.
The Kenyan suddenly lost control of the vehicle and fell into a deep ditch. His car then hit a tree with great force.
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Kenya. Kelvin Kiptum is dead. He was the marathon record holder
In October 2023, Kelvin Kiptum crossed the finish line after 2 hours and 35 seconds Chicago Marathon. He thus beats the previous world record.
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As Interia Sport points out, journalists and experts were convinced that the talented athlete would be able to break the magic barrier of 2 hours in the marathon in 2024.
The athlete won two prestigious victories – at the London Marathon and in Chicago. In July, he was scheduled to participate in Olympic Games in Paris.
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