Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot, a Kenyan long-distance runner, made headlines for his remarkable achievements in the marathon world. He was the only person to have completed a marathon in under two hours and one minute in a record-eligible race. Tragically, Kelvin Kiptum passed away in a car crash in Kenya, alongside his coach, Gervais Hakizimana. This unfortunate event has deeply saddened the Kenyan running community.
Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot was born on 2 December 1999 and rose to fame as a record-breaking athlete in the world of long-distance running. His exceptional talent and dedication led him to become the marathon world record holder, setting a new standard for marathon times. Kelvin Kiptum's untimely death has left a void in the running world, but his legacy as a remarkable athlete will continue to inspire future generations of runners.