Abel Kirui

Kenyan long-distance runner with titles

Abel Kirui - Kenyan long-distance runner with titles
Born

June 4th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Kenya

Links & References

Competed in long-distance running events representing Kenya. Achieved success in several World Championships and Olympic Games. Won the World Championship marathon title in 2009 and 2011. Finished in third place during the 2016 Rio Olympics marathon, securing a medal for Kenya. Consistently ranked among the top marathon runners globally throughout career.

Won the World Championship marathon in 2009

Won the World Championship marathon in 2011

Won the silver medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics marathon

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