Abel Kirui
Kenyan long-distance runner with titles
Born
June 4th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Kenya
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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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