Happy birthday! Eliud Kipchoge turns 42 today

Eliud Kipchoge is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Popular athlete Eliud Kipchoge has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Kipchoge, a cultural icon

Born in Kapsisiywa on November 5, 1984, Eliud Kipchoge's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Kenyan history. Kipchoge's not just a great athlete, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Eliud hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Eliud Kipchoge as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Eliud, you're the best!

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