This archive report was first published on 9 October 2019.
As Eliud Kipchoge prepares to take on the historic INEOS 1:59 challenge on October 12, 2019, Kenyans on Twitter have been using their usual humorous approach to encourage him, sharing memes and jokes to wish him well.
However, some of the memes have been interpreted as mocking Kipchoge, with some people suggesting that he is only capable of beating the current marathon world record if he is allowed to cheat.
Despite the mixed reactions, the INEOS challenge has been seen as a way to motivate Kipchoge to push himself even harder and make history in the marathon.
On social media, Kenyans have been sharing various memes, including ones that show Kipchoge running after stealing someone else's property, implying that he is only capable of beating the current record if he is allowed to cheat.
However, others have seen the challenge as a way to motivate Kipchoge to push himself even harder and make history in the marathon.
