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Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot

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Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot

KENKENMen
Birth dateAug 10, 1988
BirthplaceBomet, Kenya
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Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot (born August 10, 1988) is a Kenyan marathon runner.

He is known as a "true marathoner" who rarely races other distances.

He finished fifth or better in the first four international marathons he has entered. Their accomplishments on the track have contributed to the sport's history and inspired athletes in their discipline. Their dedication to training and competition exemplifies the commitment required to reach elite levels of athletics. Their athletic achievements and dedication to the sport have made them a notable figure in track and field history.

Key facts
Marathon
2:05:52
#297 all-time
Half Marathon
1:01:22
2019 season best
13:41.1h
May 25, 2019 · Sports Complex, Mumias (KEN)
2019 season best
Age
38 years old

As of Sep 15, 2026: Marathon 2:05:52 (#297 all-time), Half Marathon 1:01:22, 2019 season best 13:41.1h (May 25, 2019, Sports Complex, Mumias (KEN)) · 38 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2019
5000m
13:41.1h-May 25, 2019
↓
Sports Complex, Mumias (KEN)
2012
Semi
1:08:25-Jan 8, 2012
↓
Egmond aan Zee (NED)
2012
Marathon
2:21:25-Oct 21, 2012
↓
Amsterdam (NED)
2011
10Kilometr
29:20-Jul 13, 2011
↓
Voorthuizen (NED)
2011
Marathon
2:06:29-Oct 30, 2011
↓
Frankfurt (GER)
2010
10Kilometr
28:51-Jul 18, 2010
↓
Sunderland (GBR)
2010
Marathon
2:05:52-Apr 19, 2010
↓
Boston Marathon
2009
5000m
13:21.84-May 29, 2009
↓
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2009
20Kilometr
59:36-Mar 8, 2009-Alphen aan den Rijn (NED)
2009
Semi
1:01:22-Sep 13, 2009
↓
Rotterdam Half Marathon
2009
Marathon
2:06:23-Oct 25, 2009
↓
Frankfurt (GER)
2008
Marathon
2:07:21-Oct 26, 2008
↓
Frankfurt (GER)
2007
3000m
7:37.69-May 11, 2007--
2007
5000m
13:26.30-May 29, 2007
↓
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2019

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
13:41.1HT-May 25AK Meeting, Sports Complex, Mumias

2012

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:21:25-Oct 21Amsterdam Marathon, Amsterdam
Marathon
2:25:07-Jun 3San Diego Rock 'n' Roll Marathon, San Diego, CA
Semi
1:08:25-Jan 8Egmond aan Zee Half Marathon, Egmond aan Zee

2011

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:06:29-Oct 30Frankfurt Marathon, Frankfurt
10Kilometr
29:20-Jul 13Voorthuizen Loopfestijn, Voorthuizen
Marathon
2:06:43-Apr 18Boston Marathon

2010

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:09:28-Oct 10Chicago Marathon
10Kilometr
28:51-Jul 18Sunderland BUPA Great North Run, Sunderland
Marathon
2:05:52-Apr 19Boston Marathon

2009

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:06:23-Oct 25Frankfurt Marathon, Frankfurt
Semi
1:01:22-Sep 13Rotterdam Half Marathon
5000m
13:21.84-May 29-
Marathon
2:10:06-Apr 20Boston Marathon
20Kilometr
59:36-Mar 8Alphen aan den Rijn 20 km, Alphen aan den Rijn
5000m
13:25.64-Mar 5-

2008

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:07:21-Oct 26Frankfurt Marathon, Frankfurt

2007

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
13:26.30-May 29-
3000m
7:37.69-May 11-

Honours

6

Boston Marathon

Marathon

2011
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Boston Marathon

Marathon

2010
6

Chicago Marathon

Marathon

2010
5

Boston Marathon

Marathon

2009
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot's Marathon personal best?

Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot's Marathon personal best is 2:05:52, set on Apr 19, 2010 in Boston, MA (USA), #297 on the all-time list.

Which events does Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot compete in?

Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot competes in the Marathon and Half Marathon.

How did Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot perform in 2019?

2019 season best: 13:41.1h, set on May 25, 2019 in Sports Complex, Mumias (KEN).