Eliud Kipchoge at the New York marathon/ HANDOUTAt 40, Kipchoge has already etched his name among the greatest athletes in history.
His triumphs across the world’s major marathons — from London and Berlin to Tokyo and Chicago — and his back-to-back Olympic gold medals have made him a global symbol of discipline, focus and humility. Yet, as he insists, his race is far from over.
Following his debut at the New York City Marathon, where he became the first athlete ever to compete in all seven Abbott World Marathon Majors, Kipchoge announced the next phase of his extraordinary journey — “The Eliud Kipchoge World Tour.”
“It’s not a retirement, but a transition — a chance to run for a purpose and to serve humanity.”
Kipchoge’s new mission is as much philosophical as physical. He aims to use the universal language of running to promote peace, education, and environmental consciousness — encouraging people everywhere to step outside, move, and reconnect with themselves and the world around them.
His journey will take him far beyond the streets of Berlin or London. From the deserts of Africa to the icy landscapes of Antarctica, Kipchoge’s footsteps will symbolise endurance in service of something larger than victory — the unity of the human spirit.
Even as he transitions from elite competition to global advocacy, Kipchoge remains as determined as ever to challenge the limits of age and ambition.
After 22 years of dominance, world records, and history-making performances — including his historic sub-two-hour marathon in 2019 — Kipchoge now seeks a legacy that transcends sport.
