Road to superstardom

Kipchoge was born in Kapsisiywa, Kenya, and raised on a farm. As a child, he would often ride his bicycle to sell milk, and run to and from school each day.

In 2002, he began focusing on running, initially specializing in the 5,000 meters, a discipline he pursued for 11 years. In 2013, Kipchoge transitioned to marathon running, embarking on another 11-year journey that would redefine the sport.

With a remarkable "10 consecutive wins" record, he cemented his place as one of the greatest marathoners of all time.

He has frequently remarked: "Marathons are like life, because both are full of challenges." From his debut marathon in 2013 to breaking world records twice, winning Olympic gold twice, and famously breaking the two-hour marathon barrier, Kipchoge has not only achieved extraordinary personal milestones, but also inspired a global community of runners.

"I enjoy running marathons. I enjoy training for marathons. I love to run long distances — to feel that exhaustion, to feel the effort," he said.

Looking back on his career, Kipchoge attributes his journey to a deep love for running and a desire to showcase his talent on the world stage.