Ugandan half marathon world record holder and rising force in long-distance running whose smooth stride and tactical intelligence have produced world-class performances across road and track.
Jacob Kiplimo is a Ugandan distance runner and world record holder in the half marathon who has been one of the dominant forces in cross country and road running. Despite his youth, he has already established himself as a medal contender at every major championship he enters. His smooth, economical running style and exceptional endurance make him a future world champion.
Famous For
Cross country running and long-distance track events
Playing Style
How They Played
Strong finishing kick and tactical racing ability
Legacy
Lasting Impact
Rising star of Ugandan distance running with multiple world medals
Career Journey
Timeline
2017
📌 International athletics debut
2019
🏆 World Cross Country Championships U20 gold medal
2020
🏆 World Half Marathon Championships gold medal
2021
🎯 Olympic 10,000m bronze medal in Tokyo
2022
🏆 World Championships 10,000m bronze medal
2023
🏆 World Cross Country Championships senior gold medal