Kelvin Kiptum
Kelvin Kiptum was a Kenyan marathon runner who gained international recognition for setting a world record at the Chicago Marathon in October 2023, completing the race in an impressive time of 2 hours, 0 minutes, and 35 seconds. Tragically, he died in a car accident in February 2024, just months after his record-breaking performance, leading to his family facing disputes over his substantial inheritance.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 44,939 | $340,000 | 157$ |
| Croatia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 4,105,267 | 1,322 | $68,000 | 22$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 45,530 | $106,000 | 90$ |
| Totals | 3 | 155,215,146 | 91,791 | $514,000 | 269$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Croatia:
Kelvin Kiptum was a world record holder in the marathon before his tragic death.
7
Kenya:
Kelvin Kiptum shattered the marathon world record in Chicago in 2023.
9
Vietnam:
Kelvin Kiptum was a world record marathon runner who died in a traffic accident.
5