This archive report was first published on 14 October 2019.
October 14, 2019, will be remembered as a day when Eliud Kipchoge made history by becoming the first human to run a marathon in under two hours, crossing the finish line in 1:59:40.
However, Kipchoge's achievement has not only drawn praise from the world but also attracted some unlikely fans, including a man who claims to be his cousin.
The man, who has released a Kalenjin song in support of Kipchoge, has gone to great lengths to associate himself with the marathon runner, even releasing a song titled 'My Cousin'.
But that's not all - just yesterday, Huddah Monroe, a popular socialite, challenged Kipchoge to a 'bedroom marathon', sparking a wave of reactions on social media.
As Kipchoge continues to bask in the glory of his historic achievement, it remains to be seen how long his newfound fame will last and whether his unlikely fans will remain by his side.
