Eliud Kipchoge’s Marathon Streak Ends in Budapest

In one of the biggest shocks of the World Athletics Championships, legendary Kenyan marathoner Eliud Kipchoge failed to finish the men’s marathon in Budapest. The five-time world champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, who was chasing an unprecedented sixth world title, dropped out of the race around the 30km mark. The hot and humid conditions in Budapest took a heavy toll on the field, and even Kipchoge’s legendary endurance could not withstand the challenge. His withdrawal was a rare sight in his illustrious career and opened the door for his compatriot, Victor Kiplangat, to win a surprise gold medal for Kenya. Kipchoge later stated that he was not feeling well and made the decision to drop out to protect his body, a move that was met with understanding from the global athletics community.