Eliud Kipchoge
Kenya
Eliud Kipchoge is a renowned Kenyan long-distance runner, primarily competing in marathon events. He is considered one of the greatest marathon runners of all time, holding the world record for the marathon with a time of 2:01:39, set at the 2018 Berlin Marathon. Kipchoge also gained global attention by completing a marathon distance in under two hours during the INEOS 1:59 Challenge in 2019, though it was not an official world record due to controlled conditions. He has won numerous major marathons, including the London and Berlin Marathons, and is a two-time Olympic gold medalist in the marathon (2016, 2020).
Olympic Medals
World Championship Medals
Personal Bests
Marathon
BMW Berlin Marathon
2:01:09
9/25/2022
30 Kilometres Road
1:27:13
4/24/2016
Half Marathon
59:25
9/1/2012
2 Miles
8:07.39
2/18/2012
3000 Metres
Doha Samsung Diamond League Meeting
7:27.66
5/6/2011
Major Championships
The XXXII Olympic Games - Marathon
2:08:38
The XXXI Olympic Games - Marathon
2:08:44
The XXIX Olympic Games - 5000 Metres
13:02.80
The XXVIII Olympic Games - 5000 Metres
13:15.10
IAAF World Championships - 5000 Metres
12:52.79
Recent Mentions
Chris Chavez and Preet Majithia are back on the mic to break down one of the biggest weekends in recent marathon history.
They dive into Sabastian Sawe’s breathtaking 2:02:27 victory at the 2025 London Marathon — including his devastating move at 30K, and what this win means for the marathon World #1 debate.
On the women’s side, Tigst Assefa delivered a gutsy performance to break the women’s-only world record in 2:15:50, securing a massive payday and maybe reminding us all that she could be the very best women's marathoner in the world.
The guys also discuss Jacob Kiplimo’s impressive marathon debut, Eliud Kipchoge’s graceful approach to this new chapter of his career and other key performances.
We also unpack the Diamond League opener in Xiamen, China— including Karsten Warholm’s world best over 300m hurdles and Faith Kipyegon’s near-world record run.
We'll record a preview of Grand Slam Track: Miami later this week on-site from Florida.
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In this special instant reactions episode, Marathon Handbook’s Editor-in-Chief Michael Doyle and News Editor Jessy Carveth break down all the drama from the 2025 London Marathon just hours after the race wrapped.
From Tigst Assefa’s women’s-only world record to Eliud Kipchoge’s twilight career run, plus shocking moments like Sebastian Sawe’s controversial race-winning move — we dive into all the elite races, surprises, disappointments, and behind-the-scenes insights from London.
Jessy, fresh from the media center in London, shares insider takes you won’t hear anywhere else.
🎥 Also check out our full London Marathon Watch Along Replay on our YouTube channel!
https://youtube.com/live/R7E8R59jVro?feature=share
⏱ Chapters and Timestamps
00:00 – Intro + Wahoo Kickr Run Sponsor Read
02:00 – Sensational Vibes in London: City Takeover and Massive Crowds
05:00 – Behind the Scenes at London: Emotional Finishes and Media Center Insights
08:00 – Women’s Elite Race Breakdown: Tigst Assefa’s World Record Performance
15:00 – Sifan Hassan Struggles: Dissecting a Disappointing Day
20:00 – Elite Women’s Field Analysis: How Missing Stars Changed the Race
25:00 – Men’s Elite Race Breakdown: The Kipchoge Question
30:00 – Is Eliud Kipchoge Past His Prime?
35:00 – Jacob Kiplimo’s Promising Debut
40:00 – Sebastian Sawe’s Controversial Feed Zone Move
45:00 – Biggest Winners of the Day
50:00 – Biggest Disappointments and Tough Days
55:00 – Biggest Surprises and Burning Questions
1:00:00 – New Balance Gear: Hits and Misses at London Expo
1:05:00 – Closing Thoughts: Who’s Chasing Sub-2 Hours Next?
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"What do we need to do to win Boston? We said, 'Be patient from the start and then at 20 miles, make a move.' We were good and we made it."
After taking a fall right off the starting line, John Korir regrouped, surged at mile 20 with a jaw-dropping 4:41 split, and never looked back — crossing the line in 2:04:45, the second-fastest time in Boston Marathon history. With the win, he joins his brother Wesley on the list of Boston champions — and might’ve just stepped to the front of the global marathon stage.
Korir has now won Chicago and Boston – both in dominant fashion and since Kelvin Kiptum’s tragic passing and Eliud Kipchoge’s regression, he’s making an strong case as the best marathoner on the planet right now.
In today’s episode, we talk about that savage 21st mile, what it means to carry the Korir family legacy forward and whether a world record attempt might be the next big move.
Host: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram
Guest: John Korir | @korir564 on Instagram
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Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Tim Rowberry is the coach of Olympic and World Champion Sifan Hassan. She won six Olympic medals. In Tokyo 2020, she earned gold in the 5k and 10k, plus a bronze in the 1,500m. At the Paris 2024 Olympics, she won gold in the marathon, bronze in the 5k, and bronze in the 10k. Absolutely mindblowing how Sifan and Tim pulled that off. She also won her first 2 marathons in London and Chicago.
Tim is a thoughtful, curious, and highly analytical coach who blends science, psychology, and intuition to bring out the best in his athletes. We dive into his coaching philosophy, his approach to developing athletes over time, and the key lessons he’s learned working at the highest level of the sport.
Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LzQK5Am2qyQ
CHAPTERS:
- 0:00 – Tim Roberry’s coaching approach and working with Sifan Hassan
- 2:51 – How Tim started coaching Sifan Hassan
- 4:57 – Life and training camp experience in Kenya
- 7:37 – Keeping training fun and interesting
- 10:56 – Intuition as a coach and building a feedback loop with athletes
- 12:38 – Understanding your range: short vs long distance performance
- 17:27 – How Tim and Sifan adapt training flexibility
- 23:26 – Adjusting speed workouts based on Sifan’s readiness
- 25:26 – Pushing vs backing off: how Tim reads the athlete
- 29:40 – Lowering intensity and building volume
- 33:36 – What data really matters in elite performance
- 36:05 – The role of food in training, racing, and everyday performance
- 38:15 – Advice Tim would give to his younger self
- 39:28 – How race day at London Marathon unfolded for Tim as a coach
- 45:13 – Tim’s behind-the-scenes view during Sifan’s marathon
- 48:15 – Tim’s perspective on Sifan’s historic win
- 51:00 – Tim’s mindset tips for first-time racers
- 52:19 – How Sifan bounced back from the 10,000m fall in Budapest
- 55:14 – Common mistakes runners make
- 57:03 – Where to find Tim
- 57:44 – Tips to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete
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In this episode of Sole Sisters, training has hit a slight road bump for Alice and Elise. Elise is in the barrel of the beast, training for Ballarat Marathon. She’s facing a minor hurdle this week with a calf niggle but remains upbeat and positive, and hopes it’ll settle quickly with some deloading and extra TLC. Meanwhile Alice has some foot issues of her own to contend with which may rule her out from racing the Nike After Dark Tour 21.1k (though she'll still be there to get amongst it).
The pair dissect what a marathon training week looks like for Elise at the moment and also cover Alice’s typical training week, as well as her Cyclone Alfred-induced recovery period without electricity.
They talk through some recent running news, including Izzi Batt-Doyle and Leanne Pompeani’s Nagoya Marathon results, the big Eliud Kipchoge announcement for Sydney Marathon and some star athletes to watch out for at Maurie Plant meet in Melbourne. The ep closes out with the usual recommendations – including some cultured/artsy ones from AB.
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With the 2025 marathon season just around the corner, our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael ask: who (if anyone) will finally break the two-hour barrier on a legal marathon course? They explore the science behind running a sub-two marathon, the evolution of shoe technology, Eliud Kipchoge's Breaking2 and INEOS 1:59 Challenge events, and the haunting spectre of the world record holder, late Kelvin Kiptum. They then get into where, when and who could finally break this elusive barrier in distance running.
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Further Reading:
The Haunting “What If…” Of Kelvin Kiptum
https://marathonhandbook.com/the-haunting-what-if-of-kelvin-kiptum/
Watch our video "Why Is the Marathon 26.2 Miles?"
https://youtu.be/cLMdmp1K4sM
What Is Lactate Threshold Training For Athletes?
https://marathonhandbook.com/lactate-threshold-training/
What Is VO2 Max? + How To Measure And Improve Your VO2 Max
https://marathonhandbook.com/what-is-vo2-max/
Running Economy: How To Become A More Efficient Runner
https://marathonhandbook.com/running-economy/
Marathon Pacers Explained: The Pros And Cons Of Running With A Pacer
https://marathonhandbook.com/marathon-pacers/
What Is Drafting? + How This Controversial Tactic Can Win You Back Seconds (Or Minutes!)
https://marathonhandbook.com/what-is-drafting/
How To Run Negative Splits: The Key To A Faster Race Time
https://marathonhandbook.com/negative-splits/
Nike’s Alphafly Vs Vaporfly: What Separates The Shoe Giant’s Two Flagship Supershoes?
https://marathonhandbook.com/alphafly-vs-vaporfly/
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Jason and Kevin discuss Conner Mantz and Weini Kelati breaking American records at the Houston Half Marathon, Shelby Houlihan's first race back from suspension, Eliud Kipchoge running the London Marathon and the mystery of Jason's viking helmet.
“Especially after 36K, I was telling myself, ‘Even if they speed up, I have to go deep today…’ I was telling myself, ‘This is my moment.’”
My guest for today's episode is Abdi Nageeye, whose journey in 2024 could only be described as redemption at its finest. The Dutch marathoner and 2021 Olympic silver medalist who just three months ago grappled with his appointment after withdrawing late in the Olympic marathon in Paris, roared back to claim the biggest victory of his career at the TCS New York City Marathon.
In a thrilling showdown against one of the strongest fields in race history, Nageeye deployed patience, strategy, and a powerful finishing kick to secure his first World Marathon Major title in 2:07:39 seconds, making history as the first Dutchman and the first European since 1996. To win the New York City Marathon from his self coach training in Eldoret to a race plan honed by years of experience on the course, Abdi turned heartbreak into triumph.
We dive into his reflections on Paris, his mental and physical preparation for New York City, and what this victory means for him moving forward. But first, you'll also hear a never before released interview with Abdi from my trip to Kenya in June 2023, where we discussed a bit more of his backstory and upbringing from being born in Somalia to settling in the Netherlands as a refugee and spending time in Syria before finally being adopted by a Dutch family.
I initially planned for this to be released last fall, but didn't have a chance to, but I'm now glad it's finally out. It's fun because towards the end of that first interview, I asked him what he wants to accomplish and he finally gets it done. Part one is my interview with him in Kenya and then part two is my interview with him reflecting on New York.
Host: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram
Guest: Abdi Nageeye | @abdinageeye on Instagram
Time stamps:
2023 Interview live from Eldoret, Kenya:
3:37 - Reflecting on training
5:02 - Why he likes to train in new places, what he enjoys about training in Kenya
9:05 - His backstory + stories from growing up
18:10 - Why he considers Africa to be his home
20:33 - Being embraced by the Netherlands
22:06 - Why shifting to the roads panned out so well for him
25:49 - What he learned from training with athletes like Eliud Kipchoge
28:20 - Future goals for his running career
2024 Interview after winning the NYC Marathon:
34:51 - How training has been going since the NYC Marathon
38:17 - What life has been like since our first interview in 2023
41:00 - Current training setup
43:28 - Paris Olympics marathon experience
47:55 - Thoughts after dropping out of the Olympic marathon
54:44 - NYC Marathon race breakdown
59:03 - The final miles of the race
1:01:03 - Thoughts when Tamirat Tola was closing on him and Evans Chebet
1:02:36 - The point when he knew he was going to win
1:06:13 - Emotions after crossing the finish line
1:08:12 - Looking ahead to future races
1:11:18 - Reflecting on his marathon career so far
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Our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael select the best runners, athletes, performances, the biggest controversies and defining moments this year on the roads, track and trails, with our first annual Marathon Handbook Awards!
But to start things off, Michael shares what the trail running scene is like in Hong Kong, as well as the experience of running UTMB TransLantau, one of the premiere ultramarathon events in South East Asia.
Then, they kick off year-in-review season by culling over all the biggest performances, emerging athletes, and the most compelling storylines in running in 2024.
00:00:00 - Intro Chat
00:03:35 - Trail Running in Hong Kong + UTMB TransLantau
00:25:35 - The Biggest Controversy of 2024 Award
00:38:12 - The Defining Moment of 2024 Award
00:52:26 - The Running Event of the Year Award
01:01:22 - Inspirational Runner of the Year Award
01:09:00 - Male Runner of the Year Award
01:18:00 - Female Runner of the Year Award
01:27:04 - Ultra-Trail Runner of the Year Award
01:36:40 - A Special Announcement!
Let us know your picks in the comments!
Hosts: Alex Cyr, Michael Doyle and Katelyn Tocci
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Further Reading:
Opinion: Why It’s Hard To Trust Ruth Chepngetich’s Marathon World Record:
https://marathonhandbook.com/opinion-why-its-hard-to-trust-ruth-chepngetichs-marathon-world-record/
The Awesomesauce Controversy Explained:
https://youtu.be/bxun7YO-_r4?feature=shared
The Josh Kerr vs. Jakob Ingebrigtsen Rivalry Is Exactly What Track and Field Needs:
https://youtu.be/dbxF4Qo9mqA?feature=shared
Parkrun Records Are Gone To “Promote Inclusivity” And Runners Aren’t Happy About It:
https://marathonhandbook.com/parkrun-records/
Why Lululemon Dropped Ultrarunner Camille Herron | Wikipedia Controversy Explained:
https://youtu.be/919mUxIRZMc?feature=shared
Who Is Jasmin Paris? Meet The First Woman To Finish The Barkley Marathons:
https://marathonhandbook.com/who-is-jasmin-paris/
WATCH: Jasmin Paris Becomes First Woman To Complete The Barkley Marathons:
https://marathonhandbook.com/jasmin-paris-finishes-barkley-marathons/
Is Sifan Hassan Nike's Perfect Replacement for Eliud Kipchoge ?
https://youtu.be/gyHXQmLW2EY
Live from New York! Our NYC Marathon Instant Reaction Pod:
https://youtu.be/hFVnlEIsWXQ
Kelvin Kiptum’s Marathon World Record: Pace and Splits Analysis:
https://marathonhandbook.com/kiptum-marathon-world-record-pace-splits/
WATCH: Olympic Champion Athing Mu Will Not Defend Title In Paris After Nasty Fall In U.S. Trials 800m Final:
https://marathonhandbook.com/athing-mu-2024-us-olympic-trials-fall/
Abbott Announces Sydney Marathon as Newest Addition to the World Marathon Majors:
https://marathonhandbook.com/sydney-marathon-wmm-announcement/
How Boston Marathon Qualification Times Have Changed Throughout History:
THE YASEEN ABDALLA PODCAST
The man that needs no introduction.
Yaseen holds PRs of 7:42 in the 3k, and 2:11 in the Marathon at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he placed 33rd; he's a 2xAll-American and was the anchor for the NCAA Championship-winning DMR squad.
Yaseen has been on fire this year, posting massive results at big-time meets, helping to lead the Arkansas Razorbacks to many victories. He's on firing on all cylinders leading into championship season.
Perhaps his most impressive accomplishment: he holds the record for most-listened to episode in the history of The Running Effect Podcast, and for good reason, too. This man is so full of wisdom; you'd think he's a philosophy professor. Anytime Yaseen graces this platform, he shares deep insights on running and life, and today is no different.
In this episode, Yaseen takes me through what separates the good from the great, why you need to be your own biggest fan, lessons from being on three top NCAA teams, his experience at the Olympics, training for it, stories from the past year, and so so much more.
Guys, this one lives up to the hype. Do not miss it. Lace-up your shoes, put in your AirPods, and enjoy this hour of wisdom from the legend himself.
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Eliud Kipchoge, the greatest marathoner in history, turned 40 on Nov. 5. In celebration of the GOAT becoming a masters athlete, our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael look back at how Kipchoge single-handedly innovated distance running.
They explore how Kipchoge was the face of the super shoe revolution and Nike's technological discoveries as he strived to break the two-hour barrier in the marathon. Kipchoge also put nutrition and fueling front-and-center for marathon training and racing, and elevated Maurten into the powerhouse brand it is today.
They do a deep dive on all the sports science breakthroughs triggered by Kipchoge's superhuman performances, his psychological strategies for running record breaking times, and put it all into context as discoveries that can be applicable for runners of all abilities levels.
Show Notes:
7 Top Running Form Takeaways We Can All Learn from Eliud Kipchoge:
https://marathonhandbook.com/kipchoge-running-form/
Are You Using The Same Mental Strategy As Eliud Kipchoge Or David Goggins?
https://marathonhandbook.com/can-gaslighting-make-you-faster/
Eliud Kipchoge: 15 Training Takeaways From The World’s Best:
https://marathonhandbook.com/eliud-kipchoge-takeaways/
Eliud Kipchoge Opens Up About Historic First DNF at the 2024 Paris Olympic Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/eliud-kipchoge-olympic-dnf/
Eliud Kipchoge Will Not Return To Berlin Marathon—Who Will Replace Him In This New Post-GOAT Era?
https://marathonhandbook.com/2024-berlin-marathon-elite-lineup/
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One year after the late Kelvin Kiptum obliterated Eliud Kipchoge’s previous world record by 34 seconds, running an almost unfathomable 2:00:35, Ruth Chepngetich topped that. Her astounding time of 2:09:56 is one of the greatest running performances in history, makes her the first woman to run under 2:10 in a marathon, and lopped one minute and 57 seconds off Tigist Assefa’s old world record.
On the men’s side, Kenya’s John Korir notched his first-ever World Marathon Majors victory in 2:02:44. (What a time for the sport of marathoning we’re in right now, where a 2:02 showing is basically a footnote!)
Hosts:
Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram
Preet Majithia | @prm_32 on X
Time Stamps:
Ruth Chepngetich:
1:31 - Breaking down her 2:09:56 world record
9:40 - More on her running history + Chicago victory
13:52 - Stats + analysis on her record
Skepticism surrounding Chepngetich’s world record:
19:01 - Training factors
22:27 - Potential for doping
25:48 - Chepngetich being questioned in the press conference
37:19 - Language barrier
39:35 - The press center during the marathon
American women:
41:21 - Susanna Sullivan, 7th/1st American, 2:21:57
42:57 - Lindsay Flanagan, 9th/2nd American, 2:23:31
44:33 - Keira D’Amato dropping out due to injury
45:13 - Emma Bates, 11th/3rd American, 2:24:00
Men’s race:
47:18 - John Korir, 1st in 2:02:44
50:06 - More on the top finishers
American men:
53:25 - CJ Albertson (7th/1st American, 2:08:17) and Zach Panning (10th/2nd American, 2:09:16)
Final thoughts:
56:15 - Feedback on the broadcast
1:06:29 - CITIUS live at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Mentioned in this episode…
Read: Tweet by Steve Magness comparing Ruth Chepngetich’s world record to equivalent performances
Watch: Interviews with some of the top stars from the Chicago Marathon
Watch: Chicago Marathon full replay
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Our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael break down everything you need to know about this Sunday's Berlin Marathon, including how to live stream the race, key storylines, a bit of the fascinating history of the marathon, and who will win each race. They discuss the significance of the 50th anniversary of the Berlin Marathon, its ranking as a World Marathon Major, why so many marathon world records have been achieved on this course, and the legacy of both Eliud Kipchoge and Kenenisa Bekele at the race. 2024 marks the first time in 11 years that the Berlin Marathon will not feature either Kipchoge (the 2022 and 2023 champion) or Bekele.
After last year's world record performance in Berlin by Tigst Assefa, will the 2024 edition of the marathon feature a new breakout star and a record breaking run? Our editors weigh in on who might win in Berlin, and the outlook of elite marathon running in the next few years.
00:00 Opening chatter
02:57 Alex's attempt at a sub-30 minute 10K
06:08 Our favorite city running experiences
08:46 The Significance of Major Marathons
11:45 Berlin Marathon Overview
15:03 Is the Berlin Marathon Course Fast?
17:59 Berlin has a Rollerblade Marathon?!?!
23:52 Historical Context of the Berlin Marathon
26:57 Course Profile and Challenges
30:01 Elite Field Insights
39:46 Emerging Stars in Women's Marathon
51:01 Weather and Conditions
52:13 The End of the Kipchoge Era
01:07:41 We Rank the World Marathon Majors
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