Asbel Kiprop is a Kenyan middle-distance runner born on 30 June 1989, specializing in the 1500 metres. He was awarded the Olympic gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Games after original winner Rashid Ramzi was disqualified for doping, and went on to win three consecutive World Championship titles in 2011, 2013, and 2015.
His personal best of 3:26.69 ranks among the fastest times ever recorded in the event. Kiprop first emerged on the international stage at the 2007 All-Africa Games, where he claimed the 1500 metres title.
He added an African Championships gold in 2010, building on a bronze medal from the 2008 edition. His career was cut short when he failed a doping test in November 2017 and received a four-year ban from competition.
As of Sep 12, 2026: 1500 m 3:26.69 (#3 all-time), 800 m 1:43.15 (#71 all-time), 2024 season best 3:55.1h (May 2, 2024, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN)) · Last competition: AK National Police Service Track And Field Championships, May 2, 2024, 3:55.1h · Olympic Games: 1 gold · World Championships: 3 gold · World record (4x1500 Metres Relay) · 37 years old
Asbel Kiprop's 1500 m personal best is 3:26.69, set on Jul 17, 2015 in Stade Louis II, Monaco (MON), #3 on the all-time list.
Which events does Asbel Kiprop compete in?
Asbel Kiprop competes in the 1500 m and 800 m.
How did Asbel Kiprop perform in 2024?
2024 season best: 3:55.1h, set on May 2, 2024 in Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN). Last competition: AK National Police Service Track And Field Championships on May 2, 2024, 3:55.1h.
How many medals has Asbel Kiprop won?
Asbel Kiprop has won 1 Olympic Games medal and 3 World Championships medals.
Does Asbel Kiprop hold a world record?
Yes, Asbel Kiprop holds the 4x1500 Metres Relay world record with 14:22.22.
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