Felix Limo

Hometown: Eldoret, Kenya (the fifth largest city in Kenya)
Date of Birth: August 22, 1980

Accomplishments:

• Felix won four marathons between 2004 and 2006: Berlin Rotterdam, London, and Chicago.

• His fastest time is 2:06:14.

• He holds the world record in the 15K (9.32 miles).

Fun Facts:

• Felix won the London marathon the first time he participated.

• He is a not only a great runner, but also a great man! One of Felix’s fans got a chance to meet him and had this to say: “He was incredible, so nice, humble, friendly, and inspiring. We talked for a couple hours in the lobby and he definitely motivated me.”

Quote: “I had to use my brain to win that race,” referring to the mental toughness he relied on to win the London Marathon.

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