This archive report was first published on 12 October 2019.
On October 12, 2019, President Uhuru Kenyatta led Kenyans in congratulating world record holder Eliud Kipchoge on his spectacular feat in Vienna, Austria.
Mr. Kenyatta applauded the marathoner for finishing the 42km race in 1:59:40, a historic achievement that has made Kenya proud.
"Hearty congratulations Eliud. You've done it my brother, you've made history and made Kenya super proud while at it. Your win today, against all odds, will inspire tens of future generations to dream big and to aspire for greatness. We celebrate you and wish you God's blessings," said President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Deputy President William Ruto also commended the athlete for his tenacity and endurance, saying "Your supreme tempo, fatigue-resistance, endurance, compulsion, mental strength, resolve, and tenacity are a manifestation there are no limits when you believe in yourself; undoubtedly the landmark triumph cements Kenya's position in the globe as an athletics powerhouse," in a tweet.
Other leaders and Kenyans also took to social media to congratulate Eliud Kipchoge on his achievement, with Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen saying "Congratulations @EliudKipchoge and thank you for the inspiration," and ODM party leader Raila Odinga writing "This is the stuff of history @EliudKipchoge. You captured the imagination of the whole world before this great feat and it will continue for a long time. Congratulations on becoming the first human to run a sub 2 hour marathon. Kenya is greater because of you! #INEOS159."
