I was not so lucky to grow up with toys as I grew up in a remote area of Kenya. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
My first competition outside Kenya was at the 2002 world cross country championships in Dublin, Ireland. I finished fifth in the junior race that day but the thing I remember the most was that it was very cold. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
My first race was in October 2001 in Kapsabet, Kenya. It was a 10km road race. I was excited and I was happy to know I am good in running. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
I have only ever done athletics. I was only average at school and I have never done any other sport. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
Long runs improve your endurance but shorter intervals improve your speed. They are mutually beneficial for a distance runner. If you do 5k runs it will help your marathon. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
I got into running when I was being mentored by my coach. I tried it and developed a passion for it. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
I really want to make a big mark in athletics, to be a legend and be a good example to kids. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
You need to go near to the people and actually sensitize them about the sport – specifically running. If athletes can go near their fans, many people would develop a love for running. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
I think 1:59 is something a human being can run. Or 1:58. Who knows?! If someone trains very well and thinks in a good way, then they can do anything. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
I started running because my neighbour, Patrick Sang, was an athlete and I wanted to be just like him. Patrick came from the same village as I do and my mother used to be his teacher. I was so inspired by his success. Eliud Kipchoge Read Quote
