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Kelvin Kiptum broke Eliud Kipchoge's record for the first time. This achievement serves as a testament to the evolving talent in the sport.
Up until now, Eliud Kipchoge has not congratulated Kelvin Kiptum on his victory.
This has created a buzz online after some Kenyans have come out and allegedly revealed a different side of Kipchoge that was previously unknown.
Some athletes have claimed that Kipchoge is Selfish and doesn't provide opportunities for other talented individuals who may be faster than him.
They have also suggested the existence of "cartels" that allegedly prevent other Kenyan athletes from getting opportunities, despite their potential to outperform Kipchoge. This is motivated by concerns that Kipchoge might lose sponsors and the spotlight if he's not the primary focus.
Below are some comments from Kenyans regarding Eliud Kipchoge: