Kipchoge, Peres headline Team Kenya marathon squad
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Reading Time: 1min | Wed. 01.05.24. | 11:55
Timothy Kiplagat and Sharon Lokedi are the squad reserves
It's official now!
Eliud Kipchoge will be looking to make history in Paris when he lines up for what is potentially his third Olympic gold medal.
His fellow defending champion, Peres Jepchirchir leads a strong women’s contigent as she looks to defend the title she won in Tokyo.
Final Marathon Team.
— Athletics Kenya (@athletics_kenya) May 1, 2024
Men.
1. Eliud Kipchoge
2. Benson Kipruto
3. Alex Mutiso
Reserve- Timothy Kiplagat
Final Women’s Team
1. Peres Jepchirchir
2. Hellen Obiri
3. Brigid Kosgei
Reserve- Sharon Lokedi#TeamKenya #athletickskenya #ParisOlympics2024 pic.twitter.com/WqloFvQmr5
The two-time Olympic champion, Kipchoge, will be joined by Benson Kipruto and Alexander Mutiso.
In the women’s team, Peres goes up against Hellen Obiri who is seeking her first Olympic gold, having faltered on track. Brigid Kosgei completes the Kenyan squad.
"I believe in my preparation and if all goes well, I will win."
— TeamKenya (@OlympicsKe) May 1, 2024
Listen in to @EliudKipchoge even as we wait for the final teams to be announced today.#TeamKenya #HesabikaNaMabingwa pic.twitter.com/h1mf6fTQSd
Men:
1. Eliud Kipchoge
2. Benson Kipruto
3. Alex Mutiso
Reserve- Timothy Kiplagat
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Women:
1. Peres Jepchirchir
2. Hellen Obiri
3. Brigid Kosgei
Reserve- Sharon Lokedi
