Kelvin Kiptum, the world record holder for the marathon distance, died in an accident in Kenya. The long-distance runner was only 24 years old.
His trainer was also killed in the accident. Kenya's Sports Minister Ababu Namwamba wrote on X: »Horrible!! Kenya has lost a jewel. There are no words" In October 2023, Kiptu significantly beat the marathon world record in Chicago and dethroned his compatriot Eliud Kipchoge.