On October 13th, 2019, history was made in the world of marathon running. Kenyan runner Kiptum broke the world record for the marathon, previously held by fellow Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge, with a time of 2:00:35 in the Chicago Marathon.
Kiptum, who had previously finished in second place in the 2018 Berlin Marathon, was determined to break the world record and put in months of hard work and training to prepare for the race. His strategy was to start off at a fast pace and maintain it throughout the race.
The Chicago Marathon course is known for its flat terrain and mild weather, which helped Kiptum achieve his goal. He was able to maintain a steady pace throughout the race and crossed the finish line with a time of 2:00:35, beating Kipchoge’s previous record of 2:01:39.
Kiptum’s record-breaking performance has been met with much praise and admiration from the running community. Many have praised his determination and hard work, as well as his ability to stay focused and motivated throughout the race.
Kiptum’s record-breaking performance has also inspired many other runners to strive for their own personal bests. His success has shown that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible.
Kiptum’s record-breaking performance in the Chicago Marathon is sure to be remembered for years to come. He has set a new benchmark for marathon runners around the world and has shown that anything is possible with dedication and hard work.
