- Eliud Kipchoge’s shock withdrawal from the men’s marathon at the Paris Olympics has left Kenyan fans reeling, as he struggled and dropped out just after the 30km mark
- Kipchoge, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, was widely expected to win but finished far behind, fueling disappointment across the nation
- Ethiopian Tamirat Tola seized the moment, winning gold with an Olympic record time, while Kenyan fans grapple with the unexpected end to Kipchoge’s bid for a historic third gold
Eliud Kipchoge, the celebrated Kenyan marathoner and two-time gold medalist, withdrew from the men’s marathon just past the 30km mark, much to the dismay of his supporters.
Kipchoge, widely expected to secure an easy victory, was seen struggling and eventually ended up in 71st place, over eight minutes behind the leaders.
His withdrawal has sparked a wave of reactions across Kenya, with many expressing disappointment and frustration, as Kipchoge was considered the nation’s best hope for a gold medal in the event.
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Ethiopian Tamirat Tola seized the opportunity, crossing the finish line with a record-breaking time of 2:06:26 to claim the gold, while Belgium’s Bashir Abdi and Kenya’s Benson Kipruto secured silver and bronze, respectively.
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Kipchoge’s unexpected exit has led to a mix of disbelief and sympathy among Kenyan fans, who had high hopes for the marathon legend to extend his Olympic gold streak.
