Two-time Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree for his outstanding achievements at the 41st Graduation Ceremony held at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
The five-time Berlin marathon champion is regarded as the greatest marathoner of all time.
He has also won the London marathon four times and is a one-time Chicago marathon champion with his triumph coming in 2014.
On October 24, the Eliud Kipchoge Track was unveiled at the Nike European Headquarters in the Netherlands, while at the same time, Nike revealed a statue of Kipchoge at the headquarters in Beaverton.
"Twenty years ago, Nike and I became partners in running. Since 2003, Nike has played a crucial role in my career, providing inspiration and innovation. Together, we've brought these elements to every athlete in the world," Kpichoge said.
In early October when he visited China, Kipchoge said: "One of my favorite things about running is that it unites us all. It fades differences and sharing our passion brings us together."
"It’s great to be back in China where I have the opportunity to meet so many fans who share the same love for running. I get so much energy from meeting all of these wonderful people which fills me with motivation when I start my training for my next race."
