Kenyan marathon legend EliUd Kipchoge was photographed in Cape Town on Monday afternoon.
Kipchoge, 40, took to his Instagram account to post to his 2.7 million followers: ‘Hello, Cape Town! It’s wonderful to be here. What must I experience in your beautiful city?’
It appears Kipchoge was snapped outside the Nike store at the V&A Waterfront.
Who is Eliud Kipchoge?
Eliud Kipchoge is a Kenyan long-distance runner and widely considered the greatest marathon runner of all time.
Born on 5 November 1984, he started his career in track events, winning the 5 000m at the 2003 World Championships.
He later transitioned to road racing and marathons, where he achieved legendary status.
Here are some of his most notable accomplishments:
- Olympic champion: He won gold in the marathon at both the 2016 Rio and 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
- World record holder: He set the official marathon world record twice, most recently running 2:01:09 at the 2022 Berlin Marathon.
- First Sub-2-Hour marathon: In 2019, Kipchoge ran a marathon in 1:59:40 under special conditions in the INEOS 1:59 Challenge. Though not officially recognized due to pacing and course rules, it was a historic achievement.
- Winning streak: From 2014 to 2019, he won 10 consecutive marathons, including multiple London and Berlin Marathons.
- Philosophy: He is known for the phrase “No human is limited,” reflecting his belief in human potential and discipline.
Eliud Kipchoge is admired not only for his athletic prowess but also for his humility, discipline, and inspiring mindset.
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