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Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo

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Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo

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Birth dateJul 19, 1978
BirthplaceKenya, Kenya
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Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

Throughout their competitive career, Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo participated in numerous prestigious athletic competitions at various levels of competition. These events provided opportunities to test their abilities against quality opponents and pursue personal records and season bests. Consistent participation in high-level competitions allowed Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo to continuously improve their athletic performances and gain valuable international experience. Their competitive record demonstrates sustained excellence across multiple seasons and competitions. The athlete's achievements in competition solidified their reputation as a serious and accomplished track and field competitor.

Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Key facts
Marathon
2:06:47
Half Marathon
1:02:38
2011 season best
2:26:43
Mar 25, 2011 · Jerusalem (ISR)
Age
48 years old

As of Sep 25, 2026: Marathon 2:06:47 (#383 all-time), Half Marathon 1:02:38, 2011 season best 2:26:43 (Mar 25, 2011, Jerusalem (ISR)) · 48 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2011
Marathon
2:26:43-Mar 25, 2011
↓
Jerusalem (ISR)
2010
Marathon
2:14:21-Apr 11, 2010
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Daegu (KOR)
2009
Marathon
2:09:35-May 17, 2009
↓
Essen (GER)
2008
Marathon
2:09:39-Jan 18, 2008
↓
Dubai (UAE)
2007
Marathon
2:11:14-Oct 28, 2007
↓
Istanbul (TUR)
2006
Marathon
2:13:38-Jun 4, 2006
↓
San Diego, CA (USA)
2005
Semi
1:10:11-Feb 6, 2005
↓
Coamo (PUR)
2005
Marathon
2:09:49-Mar 26, 2005
↓
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2004
Semi
1:06:29-Sep 5, 2004
↓
Virginia Beach, VA (USA)
2004
Marathon
2:09:54-Oct 24, 2004
↓
Paris (FRA)
2003
Semi
1:02:38-Aug 31, 2003
↓
Virginia Beach, VA (USA)
2003
Marathon
2:09:21-Sep 28, 2003
↓
Berlin Marathon
2002
Marathon
2:06:47-Sep 29, 2002
↓
Berlin Marathon
2001
Marathon
2:12:41-May 27, 2001
↓
Enschede (NED)
2000
Marathon
2:10:52-Mar 26, 2000
↓
Torino (ITA)
1999
Marathon
2:16:43-Oct 24, 1999
↓
Venezia (ITA)

2011

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:26:43-Mar 25Jerusalem International Marathon, Jerusalem
Marathon
2:27:43-Feb 20Limassol Marathon, Limassol

2010

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:15:20-Oct 24Chuncheon Chosunilbo Marathon, Chuncheon
Marathon
2:14:21-Apr 11Daegu International Marathon, Daegu

2009

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:09:35-May 17Essen Karstadt Ruhr Marathon, Essen

2008

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:19:22-Oct 26Venezia Marathon, Venezia
Marathon
2:18:29-Apr 27Madrid Marathon, Madrid
Marathon
2:09:39-Jan 18Dubai Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon, Dubai

2007

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:11:14-Oct 28Istanbul Eurasia Marathon, Istanbul

2006

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:13:38-Jun 4San Diego Rock 'n' Roll Marathon, San Diego, CA
Marathon
2:15:08-Mar 25Xiamen International Marathon, Xiamen

2005

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:09:49-Mar 26Xiamen International Marathon, Xiamen
Semi
1:10:11-Feb 6Coamo San Blas Half Marathon, Coamo

2004

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:11:30-Nov 28Milano City Marathon
Marathon
2:09:54-Oct 24Venezia Marathon, Venezia
Semi
1:06:29-Sep 5Virginia Beach Half Marathon, Virginia Beach, VA
Marathon
2:10:45-May 16Wien City Marathon, Wien
Marathon
2:10:08-Apr 4Paris International Marathon

2003

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:16:16-Nov 2New York City Marathon
Marathon
2:09:21-Sep 28Berlin Marathon
Semi
1:02:38-Aug 31Virginia Beach Half Marathon, Virginia Beach, VA

2002

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:06:47-Sep 29Berlin Marathon
Marathon
2:12:33-May 26Enschede Twente Marathon, Enschede
Marathon
2:12:19-Mar 3Los Angeles Marathon, Los Angeles, CA

2001

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:18:40-Oct 14Eindhoven Marathon, Eindhoven
Marathon
2:12:41-May 27Enschede Marathon, Enschede

2000

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:21:50-Sep 10Berlin Marathon
Marathon
2:10:52-Mar 26Torino Marathon, Torino

1999

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:16:43-Oct 24Venezia Marathon, Venezia

Honours

5

Berlin Marathon

Marathon

2003
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Berlin Marathon

Marathon

2002
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo's Marathon personal best?

Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo's Marathon personal best is 2:06:47, set on Sep 29, 2002 in Berlin (GER), #383 on the all-time list.

Which events does Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo compete in?

Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo competes in the Marathon and Half Marathon.

How did Raymond Kipkoech Chemwelo perform in 2011?

2011 season best: 2:26:43, set on Mar 25, 2011 in Jerusalem (ISR).