This archive report was first published on 24 November 2019.
Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge, 35, has been crowned the 2019 World Athletics Male Athlete of the Year, retaining the award at the World Athletics gala in Monaco on Saturday night.
He beat four other contestants to the prestigious title, which is a testament to his exceptional skills in the marathon.
Politicians and celebrities took to social media to congratulate Eliud on his achievement, with ODM leader Raila Odinga tweeting, "Congratulations @EliudKipchoge on winning the World Male Athlete of the Year 2019 award. You are an inspiration to many and keep flying the Kenyan."
Energy Cabinet Secretary Charles Keter also congratulated Eliud, saying, "Congratulations @EliudKipchoge for being crowned the male athlete of the Year at the World Athletics Awards 2019. You've continuously kept flying the Kenyan flag high, running clean and pushing the limits of not only yourself but a whole generation. Well done!"
Other notable figures who congratulated Eliud include Migori County Senator Ochilo Ayacko and Kenya Film Classification Board CEO Dr Ezekiel Mutua.
