Kelvin Kiptum, who died in a road accident on Monday, gave new impetus to the marathon in just three races. He seemed set to be the first man under 2 hours over the legendary 42.195 km.
The myth of the 2 hours remained more alive than ever. It had been brought up to date by the prodigy, who expected first face-to-face with Eliud Kipchoge at the close of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The 2 hour wall seems to have regained height and distance.