Paul Tergat
Kenyan long-distance runner · Kenya · On the map · Athletes · Born 1969 · age 57
Paul Kibii Tergat is a Kenyan former professional long-distance runner. He became the first Kenyan man to set the world record in the marathon in 2003, with a time of 2:04:55, and is regarded as one of the most accomplished long-distance runners of all time.
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In their own words 10
, Children from rich families have better opportunities and possibilities, however, in Kenya, poverty is the reason for the development of the great number of top runners.
If I run with others then all sessions become full-speed burners; thus I prefer to run with others just for speed sessions.
My upbringing gave me a strong will, a mental aggressiveness in what I wanted to achieve.
About this person
Runnerworld called him the "Most comprehensive runner of all time".
