In the world of running,Some people are born to shine stars. Their story is like coming out of a fairy taleIt's full of exciting moments.
And today, the protagonist we are going to talk about is such a legend - Kiptum.
Kiptum, a name, contains countless sweat and persistence. He didn't come from a famous familyNor is it a genius honed on a professional training ground since childhood.
On the contrary, he came from an ordinary village with no track and field track, let alone luxurious training facilities. But that didn't stop him from chasing his dreams.
Imagine,A 13-year-old teenager,Joined a village running group and began his running career. Five years later, in the Eldoret Half Marathon, he won his first title.
Since then, the trajectory of his life has been destined to be inseparable from running.
His growth curve is amazing. Soon after, he tried his hand at a full marathonThe results have been amazing. In 2019, he won the Valencia Marathon with a time of 2:01:53.
In 2020, he made another splash at the London Marathon, winning the London Marathon with a time of 2:01:25. But the most remarkable thing was his performance at the 2021 Chicago Marathon.
Kiptum, 23, broke the world record with a time of 2:00:35. Yes,You heard it right,Less than two hours and one minute! At this moment, he became the only athlete in history to run a marathon in less than two hours and one minute in an official race.
His training style may be a bit "wild" and even without a coach. But that didn't affect his progress. He trains more intensely than many of the top fighters.
Training at 250 to 280 kilometers a week, sometimes more than 300 kilometers, his life is all about running, eating, and sleeping.
And his running style is even more different. He is known for his negative split paceFaster backhaul,This is a rarity in the marathon world. Every step of his way is full of strength and determination, and every transcendence is a challenge to himself.
Just when he was in full glory, fate played a big joke. In a car accident, Kiptum tragically passed away at the age of 24. The news shocked the entire running communityFor a time,Grief hung over everyone's hearts.
His departure,It's embarrassing. He still has unlimited potentialThere are still many dreams waiting to be realized. But perhaps, it is his short but brilliant life that makes us cherish every opportunity to run more and chase our dreams more firmly.
Kiptum's story tells usTalent is importantBut more importantly, the persistence and hard work. No matter what difficulties we encounter, we must move forward bravely and never give up on the pursuit of our dreams.
Let's observe a moment of silence in Kiptum,Sincerest tribute to this legend. May he continue to run in heavenLive forever in our hearts.
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