- The musician congratulated Kipchoge for his patriotism and hard work
- The 34-year-old will hope to become the first person in history to run a marathon in under two hours
- Through his song, Korir encouraged parents to nurture their children's talents at a young age
A Kalenjin musician has composed a praise song dedicated to 42 km men’s marathon world record holder Eliud Kipchoge.
The song by Wynestar Korir titled INEOS Marathon was uploaded on You Tube on Sunday, October 6.
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World marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge. Photo: Eliud Kipchoge.
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The song captures the vibe of rhythmic determination that defines long distance running.
Through the song, Korir encourages parents to nurture their children's talents at a young age.
INEOS 1:59: Kipchoge hopes to be the first person in the world to run 42 km under two hours. Photo: Eliud Kipchoge.
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He thanked the county governments of Nandi, Kericho, Uasin Gishu and Elgeyo Marakwet for supporting athletes.
The musician congratulated Kipchoge for his patriotism and hard work saying his INEOS 1:59 challenge was a great motivation for upcoming athletes.
Kipchoge will be flanked by pacesetters who will shield him for wind. Photo: Eliud Kipchoge.
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The 2016 Olympic champion will hit the track for the historic INEOS 1:59 challenge on Saturday, October 12, in Vienna, Austria.
The 34-year-old will hope to become the first person in history to run a marathon in under two hours in his second attempt.
During the race, Kipchoge will be flanked by dozens of other elite runners who will act as his pacesetters.
They will also run in a formation to shield him from winds and will change shifts every 10 kms.
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