In a historic triumph at the Chicago Marathon, Kenyan marathoner Kelvin Kiptum emerged as the “new King of the Marathon,” breaking the 2-hour barrier in athletics.
Kiptum’s phenomenal victory, completing the marathon in an unofficial time of 2 hours and 35 seconds (2:00:35), earned him worldwide acclaim and accolades.
Kenya’s President William Ruto lauded Kiptum’s achievement, stating, “Kelvin Kiptum has written a new chapter in Marathon history, winning the Chicago Marathon in a majestic, staggering, and mind-boggling time of 2:00:35. Congratulations, Kelvin, a new King of the Marathon.”
Kiptum’s remarkable feat shattered Eliud Kipchoge’s world record of 2:01:09 set at the 2022 Berlin Marathon.
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah celebrated Kiptum’s achievement, calling it “sublime.” He commended Kiptum for setting a new men’s world record marathon time.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua hailed Kiptum’s astounding race and acknowledged his exceptional achievement in breaking Kipchoge’s record.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party recognized Kiptum’s outstanding run and described it as a “great run” with an “amazing finish.”
State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed congratulated Kiptum for his incredible win, noting that he had raised the Kenyan flag high.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi celebrated Kiptum for sustaining Kenya’s dominance in world athletics and achieving a new world record.
KANU chairman Gideon Moi expressed exhilaration and congratulated Kiptum for becoming the new record holder in the marathon.
Defence CS Aden Duale acknowledged Kiptum’s achievement as he became the new world record holder in the men’s marathon during the Chicago Marathon, clocking in at 2:00:35.
Kiptum’s extraordinary performance was a testament to the enduring spirit of Kenyan athletes and their ability to redefine the limits of human achievement, echoing the legacy of Eliud Kipchoge.
The world now eagerly anticipates Kiptum’s continued journey in breaking records and making history in the world of marathon running.
