Wilbeforce Talel Kapkeny
- Born
- Jan 10, 1980 (46 years old)
- Birthplace
- Marakwet District
- Events
- 10 000 m · 5000 m
Wilbeforce Talel Kapkeny is a Kenya long-distance runner, born on January 10, 1980 in Marakwet District. He competes primarily in the 3000m, 5000m and 10000m.
His personal bests include 7:55.82 in the 3000m, 13:13.15 in the 5000m, 27:33.60 in the 10000m, 1:01:17 in the Semi and 2:13:35 in the Marathon. He has earned 2 gold and 1 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.
Personal best · 10 000 m27:33.60
2009 season best2:18:52Apr 26, 2009 · Dalian
Personal best · 5000 m13:13.15
As of Nov 7, 2026: 10 000 m 27:33.60 (#430 all-time), 5000 m 13:13.15 (#517 all-time), 2009 season best 2:18:52 (Apr 26, 2009, Dalian (CHN)) · 46 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →DisciplineResultAll-time
15KilometrLa Courneuve 200043:53–
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Marathon | 2:18:52 | – | Apr 26, 2009 | Dalian (CHN) |
| 2008 | 10Kilometr | 29:20 | – | Jun 1, 2008 | Jakarta (INA) |
| 2008 | Semi | 1:03:11 | – | Mar 30, 2008 | Praha (CZE) |
| 2008 | Marathon | 2:14:14 | – | Oct 26, 2008 | Frankfurt (GER) |
| 2007 | Semi | 1:02:15 | – | Sep 16, 2007 | Lisboa (POR) |
| 2007 | Marathon | 2:13:35 | – | Apr 29, 2007 | Wien (AUT) |
| 2006 | 10Kilometr | 28:36 | – | Jul 2, 2006 | Jakarta (INA) |
| 2006 | Semi | 1:03:49 | – | Sep 11, 2006 | Rotterdam (NED) |