FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON STATEMENT
REGARDING THE DEATH OF KELVIN KIPTUM
"We are shocked and saddened by the news of the recent death of Kelvin
Kiptum. Kelvin was a once in a generation athlete at the front of his
career and there is no doubt in my mind that his greatest achievements were
ahead of him. We were lucky to witness his greatness on the streets of
Chicago. While he will be celebrated for his record-breaking performances,
I will remember him as an incredible talent and as an even more magnificent
person. The sport of marathon running has suffered a tragic loss. Our
thoughts and prayers are with his family." - Carey Pinkowski, Executive
Race Director, Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Kelvin Kiptum was the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon champion and
world record holder (2:00:35).
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