Five-time winner of the Berlin Marathon, Eliud Kipchoge, is optimistic about a solid performance as he participates in his first New York City Marathon on Sunday.
Often considered the top marathon runner in history, Kipchoge has dominated in Europe, effortlessly winning through the streets of Berlin and London.
But this weekend, the marathon expert brings his remarkable pace to the Big Apple, marking his first appearance on American roads in more than ten years.
Kipchoge’s sole victory in the United States occurred in 2014, when he claimed victory at the Chicago Marathon with a time of 2:04:11.
From that point on, he has dominated the European race scene with extraordinary control, securing a historic five Berlin victories in 2015 (2:04:00), 2017 (2:03:32), 2018 (2:01:39), 2022 (2:01:09), and 2023 (2:02:42).
He has also won four London titles between 2015 (2:04:42), 2016 (2:03:05), 2018 (2:04:17), and 2019 (2:02:37).
“My training has been solid, and I’m genuinely excited about being at the New York starting line and concluding things positively,” Kipchoge stated.
The primary goal is to compete effectively.
The two-time Olympic gold medalist, with six participations in the World Marathon Majors, feels that running in New York will conclude his marathon career.
“I think when I earn a seventh star medal, I’ll truly be a marathoner, having completed all the major marathons,” he said.
Kipchoge travels to New York after participating in the Sydney Marathon, where he finished in ninth position with a time of 2:08:31.
At the age of 40, the Kenyan legend states that the ongoing worldwide interest in his career continues to inspire his enthusiasm.
“My joy comes from seeing people remain curious about me,” he stated.
He attributes his impressive endurance in the field to a strict set of rules and self-control.
“The key is to maintain self-discipline, uphold honesty, and remain truthful to yourself,” he stated.
Far from the competitive arena, Kipchoge has taken on a leadership position following his election as an athlete representative at the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK), a role he approaches with the same dedication that has characterized his athletic career.
“It holds great significance. With 23 years of experience in running, I can guide young athletes, hear their opinions, and introduce them to those who oversee the sport. I’m here to make a positive impact,” he said.
Considering Kenya’s results at the latest Tokyo World Championships, where Emmanuel Wanyonyi was the sole male gold medalist, Kipchoge urged increased attention on supporting young boys.
“The issue lies with the people around the young boy—they fail to support or educate him,” he noted.
Away from the track, Kipchoge and his NN Running Team have introduced Kotcha, a new application aimed at sharing his elite training methods with runners around the world.
“The application offers dietary recommendations, a workout plan, physiotherapy guidance, and advice on dealing with injuries,” he said.
We are aiming to assist individuals in comprehending their running activities and developing a passion for it. It involves combining athletics with innovation.
Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info).
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