Benson Kipruto
Benson Kipruto is a prominent Kenyan marathon runner known for his exceptional performances on the international stage. He made headlines as the defending champion of the Tokyo Marathon, where he set a remarkable course record of 2:02:16 in 2024. Kipruto also secured a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, further cementing his status as one of the elite athletes in long-distance running.
Born on Jan 01, 1989 (36 years old)
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Pakistan:
Benson Kipruto won the New York Marathon 2025 in 2 hours 8 minutes 9 seconds.
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Panama:
Benson Kipruto finished the New York Marathon in a close finish against Alexander Mutiso.
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Kenya:
Benson Kipruto just held off compatriot Alexander Mutiso to win a photo-finish in the men's race at the New York Marathon.
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Kenya:
Benson Kipruto held off a thrilling late charge from Alexander Mutiso to win the closest New York Marathon finish in history.
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United States:
Benson Kipruto won the men’s race by edging Alexander Mutiso in a photo finish.
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Ireland:
Benson Kipruto became the first man to win the New York, Boston and Chicago marathons.
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Norway:
Benson Kipruto won the New York Marathon after an intense sprint.
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Kenya:
Kenya’s Olympic bronze medallist Benson Kipruto arrives as one of the most consistent racers on the major circuit.
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Colombia:
Benson Kipruto finished second in the Media Maratón de Bogotá.
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Kenya:
His marathon CV remains among the impressive ones and with his bronze medal at the Paris Olympics last year, Kipruto could be among big names in the yet-to-be unveiled team.
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