Marathon world record holder Kiptum died in a car accident on the 11th local time in Kenya. He was the first athlete in history to break the 2 hours and 1 minute mark in an official marathon.
"Heaven's Jealous of Talents" was trending on social platforms after his death. Kipchoge's brother posted message of condolence on his social media account on February 12, saying: "Kiptum's wish could no longer come true" KipCHOge originally planned to participate in the Rotterdam Marathon on April 14.