Josphat Kipkoech Bett
KenyaActive- Born
- Jun 12, 1990 (36 years old)
- Birthplace
- Kericho, Kenya
- Events
- 10 000 m · 5000 m
Josphat Bett Kipkoech (born 12 June 1990) is a Kenyan long distance runner.
He won a gold medal in the 10000 metres at the 2008 World Junior Championships in Athletics, setting a new championship record of 27:30.85 in the process.
He is the middle of three brothers who are all athletes, Emmanuel Bett and David Kiprotich Bett. Their achievements in athletics have contributed to their country's sporting legacy and demonstrate the dedication required to compete at the highest levels of track and field.
As of Nov 4, 2026: 10 000 m 26:48.99 (#32 all-time), 5000 m 12:57.43 (#112 all-time), 2026 season best 30:57.93 (May 27, 2026, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN)) · Last competition: Athletics Kenya National Police Service Track and Field Championships, May 27, 2026, 30:57.93 · 36 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10000m | 30:57.93 | – | May 27, 2026 | Athletics Kenya National Police Service Track and Field Championships |
| 2024 | 10000m | 29:13.4h | – | May 2, 2024 | AK National Police Service Track And Field Championships |
| 2024 | CrossCount | 30:45 | – | Mar 2, 2024 | Kenyan Cross Country Championships, Prison Staff Training College, Ruiru - XC 2.0km |
| 2023 | Marathon | 2:13:54 | – | Nov 26, 2023 | Marathon de la Rochelle |
| 2022 | Marathon | 2:13:58 | – | Apr 10, 2022 | – |
| 2019 | 10000m | 28:31.63 | – | Jun 22, 2019 | Nairobi (KEN) |
| 2018 | 10000m | 28:24.85 | – | Jun 21, 2018 | Kenyan Championships, Nairobi |
| 2017 | 5000m | 13:59.8h | – | May 16, 2017 | Nairobi (KEN) |