MARATHON world record holder Kelvin Kiptum has died at the age of 24.
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Kelvin Kiptum of Kenya crosses the finish line to win the Elite Men’s Marathon during the 2023 TCS London Marathon in April 2023Credit: Getty
The Kenyan long distance runner was killed in a traffic accident, his family have confirmed.
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The tragedy took place at Kaptagat area along the Elgeyo Marakwet-Ravione Road in southwestern Kenya.
His coach, Rwanda’s Gervais Hakiziman, also lost his life during the accident.