Video and pictures showing road car crash accident that killed Kelvin Kiptum go viral
The devastating loss of Kelvin Kiptum, the reigning champion of the London Marathon and world marathon record holder, has sent shockwaves through the global athletics community.
Video and pictures showing road car crash accident that killed Kelvin Kiptum go viral
Kiptum, a remarkable athlete whose extraordinary talent transcended boundaries, tragically met his untimely demise in a heart-wrenching car accident in his native Kenya.
L'athlète kényan Kelvin Kiptum est décédé dimanche soir dans un accident de la route dans le centre du Kenya. Qualifié de "sportif extraordinaire" par le président kényan, il détenait le record du monde du marathon depuis 2023
Il avait 24 ans. pic.twitter.com/ymquR0QFDs— Le journal Afrique TV5MONDE (@JTAtv5monde) February 12, 2024
The wreckage of the crash, now depicted in haunting images, serves as a grim reminder of the fragility of life and the abruptness with which it can be taken away.
The 24-year-old athlete, along with his coach Gervais Hakizimana, perished at the scene of the accident, while a female passenger, reportedly sustaining severe injuries, narrowly survived.
The incident occurred less than a year after Kiptum’s historic triumph in the London Marathon, where he shattered records with an awe-inspiring time of two hours, one minute, and 25 seconds, securing his status as one of the greatest long-distance runners of his generation.
Photographs of Incident Surfaced Online
The photographs revealing the aftermath of the crash paint a somber picture of destruction. The once sleek silver vehicle, identified as a 2017 Toyota Premio, lies mangled and disfigured, its back crushed, roof sliced open, and front window shattered.
The poignant scenes evoke a profound sense of loss and disbelief among Kiptum’s admirers and peers alike.
REST IN PEACE LEGEND KELVIN KIPTUM 😭😭😭😭💔💔🕊️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/VES6600qHf
— Kijana ya Gachagua (@EndeBoy254) February 12, 2024
Tributes Poured In
Among those mourning the tragic loss is Sir Mo Farah, a former rival and Olympics legend, who paid tribute to Kiptum’s unparalleled talent and promising career.
Farah’s sentiments echo the sentiments of an entire community deeply saddened by the premature departure of a sporting icon.
Farah wrote: “I’m so sad to hear the passing of Kelvin Kiptum and his coach, Gervais Hakizimana. Kelvin was an amazingly talented athlete and had already achieved so much.
“He truly had a special talent and I have no doubt he would have gone on to have had an incredible career. I send all my sympathies and condolences to his and Gervais’ family and friends at this tragic time.”
Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former prime minister, also expressed his condolences, acknowledging Kiptum’s status as a national hero and a beacon of inspiration for aspiring athletes across the country.
The loss of Kiptum and his coach reverberates throughout the athletics fraternity, leaving an irreplaceable void in their wake. Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot’s legacy as a trailblazing athlete who defied limits and pushed boundaries will endure for generations to come.
His remarkable achievements, including holding the marathon world record and winning three prestigious marathons, cement his rightful place in the annals of sports history.
As the world mourns the loss of a true legend, his memory will continue to inspire and uplift countless souls, ensuring that his spirit lives on in the hearts of all who knew and admired him.
This is the body of the world marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach Gervais Hakizimana who died in a road accident in Kenya. No helicopters or specialised emergency vehicles! Meanwhile Ruto is in Dubai. Nothing works if the Politics is not right. pic.twitter.com/r2ZuiENgxQ
— African (@ali_naka) February 13, 2024
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