Kelvin Kiptum

1999 - 2024

Kelvin Kiptum obituary, 1999-2024

Kelvin Kiptum

1999 - 2024

BORN

1999

DIED

2024

Kelvin Kiptum Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 12 to Feb. 13, 2024.

Kelvin Kiptum was a record-breaking marathon runner poised to become an Olympic star, having run three of the seven fastest marathons in history and being the first to run a marathon in under 2 hours and 1 minute.

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February 12, 2024

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February 12, 2024

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Nuala Leong

February 12, 2024

A true hero, and an all around humble person. You inspired so many by your greatness. At the very young age of 24 you cemented your legacy in a truly awe inspiring way. The greatest marathoner runner of all time.
Gone far too soon.
RIP, world record holder Kiptum.

Yewande olagbemi

February 12, 2024

Kelvin kiptum was a prodigy that left an indelible legacy in the field of track and field. May your soul rest in peace.
Yewande

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