- Kipchoge is plotting a sub-2:00 marathon in Vienna, Austria, in a special event dubbed The Ineos 1:59 Challenge
- - This will be his second attempt to break the barrier since running 2:00:25 during the Nike Breaking2 in 2017
- The 34-year-old now has just six days left to get ready for the historic race
Nairobi's St. Paul's University Chapel has held a special intention mass for marathon legend, Eliud Kipchoge ahead of his sub-two hour quest in Vienna, Austria.
Kipchoge is seeking to become the first human-being on earth to run 42k in under 2 hours in a competition dubbed INEOS 1:59 scheduled for Saturday, October 12.
And just days to the competition, St Paul's University Chapel on Sunday, October 6, resolved to dedicate its service in praying for Kipchoge, serenading the 34-year-old with special songs.
The church says the decision was reached as Kipchoge is "a source of inspiration for the youth here and abroad," with a Bible verse, Philippians 4:13 being singled out for the day's preaching.
Eliud Kipchoge crosses the finish line to win the Men's Elite race during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 28, 2019 in London. Photo: Getty Images
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Meanwhile, legendary footballer, Patrick Viera is among top sports personalities who have showed support for Kipchoge ahead of the race.
The former Arsenal star contends the reigning London Marathon Champion can do it because he is fully focused and he has the right support to make it happen.”
Earlier, TUKO.co.ke reported how a Spanish athlete recently showed immense admiration for Kipchoge as she boldly professed her love for him.
Paulah Cobo , a long-distance athlete spoke to media where she made an interesting confession as she wished Kipchoge all the best in his quest to conquer the Ineos 1:59 challenge.
“I’m in love with him. I wish him all the luck in the world, really. I would love him to beat the record,” she declared.
