I'm Kenyan and I'm disgusted by how fellow Kenyans have behaved in this matter. I wish Kipchoge all the best.

If he lost 90% of his friends, they were not good friends to begin with and he’s better off without them!! Horrible situation.

Eliud Kipchoge is not someone like Michael Jordan or Leo Messi; used to making crazy money and having people say all kinds of crazy stuff about him. He's huge for people who are into running but he's a humble guy and relatively low profile. I think this must be devastating for him. The internet can be such a cesspool.

Kiptum would be sad to see this

Eliud wouldn't ever be that petty. Nobody should ever be that petty. No wonder he did uncharacteristically bad in Tokyo.

Kipchoge was the one that said if someone breaks his world record he’d be happy bc that’s how sport work. There is no way that he did this. Use common sense. Kipchoge isn’t crazy he’s kind and genuine. He’s a role model and wouldn’t go around killing people bc he’s not that type of person

Man I had no clue this was going on. Truly awful that he was tied to Kiptum like that

I feel so bad for Kipchoge, and Kiptum’s death was so tragic. This is horrible

Absolutely ridiculous! People making online threats need to face consequences!

This is absolutely disgusting. As if the loss of Kiptum in such tragic circumstances wasn't horrific enough, to think that one of the finest athletes in the history of the sport is having his life and family threatened is just dreadful. Sometimes, I despair of some sections of social media.

I had no idea, thank you for reporting on this. How disgusting. Social media networks need to do better when enforcing their rules on non-English content.

This is why sometimes I hate social-media/internet culture. What is wrong with people?

In most of recent history, when shocking and unexpected events happen, people often grasp at conspiracy theories because they offer them some sort of structure around events that seem totally uncontrollable or unfathomable. And much too often, people cannot face their grief and would rather run with the conspiracy theory, rather than face the fact that often life is unpredictable and bad things happen to people who do not deserve it. I fear Kipchoge is at the receiving end of people who cannot reconcile their grief and are looking for somewhere to aim it.

This is really the worst side of the internet and of humans. Incredibly sad.

It’s not that there’s overwhelming evidence that Kipchoge was not involved…there is NO evidence that he was involved. The former implies that there was some evidence that might tie him to it. There is no evidence or defensible logic. None whatsoever. Important distinction.

The Kenyan authorities must take steps to restore this great African hero asap 🙏🏾

The internet has allowed people to become more brazen and less accountable. The laws need to catch up with technology.

There were a few trolls alleging Kiptum was murdered within hours of the news breaking. On one of the Facebook groups I am in, one troll started claiming that Kipchoge was behind it the day it broke. The last post I saw had the heading, "finally Kipchoge will be arrested". This was just a day or two before Tokyo. I suspect the number of complaints to the administrator of the group eventually led to the troll being removed. One comment on one of these posts stands out to me. In some parts of Africa, although not just in that continent, the belief in magic and witchdoctors is strong. And this is what Kipchoge is being accused of, hiring a witchdoctor to put a curse on Kiptum. These trolls "backed up" their claims by saying Kipchoge didn't acknowledge Kiptum's world record, or at least not effusively enough for their liking. There were also allegations that 3 men supposedly turned up at Kiptum's home just before the tragedy. None of this is true of course. From what I have read, Kiptum ran a 40+ km long run that morning and then decided to drive home in the evening. In Australia there are signs all along our regional roads and highways about drowsy drivers dying. Micro sleeps, of just a few seconds, can end in tragedy, which is the most likely cause of the accident that killed Kiptum and his coach, not Kipchoge or a witchdoctor's spells. These accusations are just compounding the tragedy for everyone who is a fan of the sport. Thanks for the video.

Wow. The internet has no chill

That completely makes sense, fully explains how he couldn't perform as well and how he only explained it as "a bad day", he didn't want to explain it.

I am Ghanaian and very big fun of Eliud. I have no idea why some Kenyans could even do such a thing to their national hero. Please stop this you Kenyans who are doing this.

Kipchoge is so nice. I bet these trolls were harder for him than most online...

The power of superstition is that people confuse the "convenient" explanation for the truth.

If Eliud is THAT traumatized, it will last forever, unless he treats it IMMEDIATELY. If not, his career is OVER! And it's not even his fault!

Absolutely sickening that people are doing this to such a beautiful human like Kipchoge. This makes my blood boil. This human is the most humble and wise athlete alive today. He does not deserve this.

The internet has become a cesspool. It's a really cautionary tale, just goes to show that no one is safe anymore and your reputation can be destroyed over nothing literally.

Thank you for highlighting this. I hope Kipchoge finds peace

As you said, Kipchoge was so excited for Kiptum, saying he might be the first to break 2 hours under legal conditions. That he really looked forward to where Kiptum was going to take the sport and he was looking forward to handing off the reins to him. It's hearbreaking that people would suggest such a thing of one the humblest men in the world.

That's crazy. The day Kiptum died the idea of Kipchoge having something to do with it came to my mind, but as a silly daydream for one second, just as you might daydream about what if elefants are from mars. And now I hear that there are people who really BELIEVE this.

Kelvin Kiptum died at the age of 24 in a car crash, just as the great and much loved Stave Prefontaine did. Nobody accused Lasse

Kelvin kiptum used to regard Kipchoge with respect. It is clear from his interview after he won london marathon and also after he broke Kipchoge record at Chicago. He would have hated to see people doing that to Kipchoge who he considered as role model.

I hate to say this, but having just gotten back from a month spent in Kenya, you have to understand that beliefs and customs are VERY different in Kenya than in the Western world. We’re talking about a place where an overwhelming amount of population still believes in witchcraft and that one can have a curse placed on them. I heard comments 3 or 4 times on how Kip placed a curse on Kiptum. People are very wary of things they do not understand and cannot explain, and to try to explain anything differently..they think you are crazy.

This is unbelievably upsetting. Why do people make negative situations even more negative? I almost can't believe this stuff, people are cruel when they fail to reflect.

This is why professional athletes need protection from harrassment. My heart goes out to him.

Why are people so easily led by miss information?? You can say anything about anyone at anytime. The internet is a wonderful thing....but not this time.

So basically the internet is bullying one of the greatest men to ever exist for no reason? Some people just suck man. My heart goes out for Kipchoge and his family!

Please keep the info coming. I knew nothing about these accusations.

This video deserved the main chanel. This is just disgusting. Thanks TRP for talking about this.

People just need to understand that accusing someone of a horrible thing without solid evidence is a major crime in and of itself.

The Kenyan people have disappointed us. How can they do this to Kipchoge?

The species of people are doing bad when this damage can be done to a legend. Imagine the average citizen.

If his country won’t support him, it may be time for Kipchoge to relocate. I’m sure many countries would be happy to welcome such a hero.

I hope TRP removes the trolls from this channel some also appeared here immediately after this unfortunate tragedy but thankfully did not return.

I had read the constant low IQ comments but I was hoping he had a good system to not let online trolls get to him, sucks that they did. If I was famous I would never read the comments, anonymity on the internet has losers thinking they are something special.

Thank you for using your channel to try to help right these wrongs.

Kiptum would be appalled by this. I lost my father to a careless driver last year, essentially all for the sake of saving a few fleeting moments on their commute. It's a painful reality losing someone so suddenly and unnaturally but blaming others and spreading hate is not the path to healing, and it certainly doesn't honour the memory of those we've lost. The people spreading these rumours should be disgusted with themselves.

I am really sad to see how Kenyans not appreciating their national heroe who won 2 gold medals for their country in marathon running.

Jesus. They were friendly rivals---Kipchoge is a class act who's openly mourned the loss of his younger compatriot & chief competitor for months...I can only imagine what the story around Pre's death would look like if the internet & social media were around in the '70s

The whole story is troublesome... From the tragedy with Kiptum to accusations towards Kipchoge...

Man it’s so sad how delulu people are. To think Kichoge took apart in Kelvin’s death with clear not no evidence that he didn’t do anything related to Kelvin’s death is so stupid. We all knew at some point in time the 2 hour barrier would be broken in the marathon, either by Kipchoge or another athlete and Kichoge knew this himself as well. Kipchoge wished the best for all athletes that are faster than him on days that he struggles and wishes the best for those who are slower than him and those who look up to him. I wish all the best for Kichoge and his family and kids and hope they stay safe and no harm is made to any of them. He will always have my support. ❤

Eliud is a true champion, a gentleman. Keep going, Eliud!

Merci d'avoir fait la lumière sur cette affaire. Même si des personnes avaient des doutes au sujet du décès de Kiptun, de là à proférer des menages sur Eliud, il y a un grand pas. C'est inadmissible de faire cela

Great respect for Kipchoge, we're with you man! humble and professional athlete and an epic example for the next generations

Censorship is a daft idea. Who censors the censors? Who is to say what's right or wrong. Naive.

Well destroying his psyche, his training, and not sleeping for 3 days prior to Tokyo explains his performance. Hang in there Eliud!!

I love marathon, I enjoyed watching Kipchoge break records and setting new standards. All this came about the time Kiptum broke his record and he kept quiet for a loooong time waiting for "Ratification" of Kiptum's record. Unfortunately, that sparked negativity from fans. The saddest part that most people do not know is that most marathon teams/camps are always competing, but not in a healthy way. Personally, I think Kipchoge had a hard time accepting that his record had been broken and that by itself lay way for trolling and the expectations from the local community that he, being a "mentor/role model" for many upcoming athletes, should have been "the first" in congratulating Kiptum. It's sad that it has all come to this.

Since the internet came into existence it has been the avenue for all kinds of junk, threats,insults, theft, scams, and all kinds of evil. Parents need to teach their kids that you can't trust most of what you se or read. There is no way to police the web. it is too invasive and pervasive. We need to police ourselves and our contacts. There was nothing I looked forward to more than the marathon duel between Kipchoge and Kiptum. Stay safe and be loved.

maybe if 90% of his friends are no longer his friends, theres another side of him that the media doesnt portray

I always thought Kiptum dying in a random car crash was a little suspicious, but Kipchoge being involved is absolutely ridiculous.

As an introvert, losing 90% of my friends would be a very good sign

This is disgusting wow! People can be so cruel

What a horrible situation, much love for kipchoge and kiptum❤

The notion that Eliud Kipchoge would have benefited from Kiptum’s death is wrong as well as vile. A Kipchoge-Kiptum match-up would have been the most exciting contest in athletics since Coe vs Ovett. Even if Kelvin Kelvin Kiptum had won, Eliud would have been a winner too because of the excitement and publicity that would have been attracted into the sport of distance running, and specifically into Kenyan running. I sincerely hope that Eliud is able to deal with this awful situation like the champion and fine human being that he is. I hope the 2024 Olympic marathon is a glorious success whoever wins it, and that the Olympic movement can overcome, just as we overcame tragedies such as the terrorist attack at the 1972 Munich Olympics. And may Kelvin rest in peace. Harambe.

I can’t believe people are behaving like this towards Kipchoge. Especially his own country of Kenya, as he’s very humble and supportive of other people running great times. I’m a casual runner, and he’s one of my idols. Wish him the best.

Accuse adidas for killing Nike runner promoting the fastest marathon

He had no sleep in Tokyo Marathon because of these threats.

What a terrible loss, for all of us. Dont take the anger and devistation out on the nearest person. Keep going forward, dont stop, keep running, do it for kelvin, do it for eliud, and do it for all yet to come.

Now this, this breaks my heart.

This breaks my heart hearing about this.

So far Kiptum lost control in his car. That’s it, no more. Very tragic, but NOTHING TO DO WITH ELIUD!,!,

Kiptum him self to blame.... Driving fast and furious..... EK is champion n will ever be..... Stop spreading fake news...

"The internet is the catalyst for misinformation" - truer words have not hit my ears yet today!! I'm about to get off of KZfaq for an extended period of time for that very reason!

several years ago I had the pleasure of watching EK break the world record in Berlin from in front of the Adlon Kempinski just short of the Brandenberg Tor. he has always been an inspiration for all who aspire to just be better; as runners and as caring individuals. I have cheered for him from near and afar I respect him for his decency and athleticism.

You have to be able to make these sort of claims, in case it’s true…. You cannot ban this… The death threats shouldn’t happen though

So sad and disgusting. Maybe he should have made a clear and friendly statement praising Kiptum's exceptional abilities (or ensure it had the expected impact if he did). This could have been done since London 2023 where Kipchoge gave the starter. This would have stopped social medias to fuel antipathy and rivaltry. I hope everything will go right for him and he may prepare the olympics with serenity.

I would say my opinion... but the entire running world would be against me. 😬

Im so sorry that peoples love for gossip and scandal has impacted him in this way. He has always seemed like a kind and generous person who has only wanted to inspire others. I believe in him. I believe he will overcome this through the strength of his spirit and continue to inspire others. ❤

His friends know him better than any of us

I was going to write that the internet/smart phone/social media era has ruined society. But let’s be honest, humans have been doing that long before the internet. However, we now have a wider platform, which when abused can be devastating. More accountability needs to happen both for individuals and social media providers. Ridiculous that such a humble and inspiring athlete, along with his family, have had to go through this. I truly hope Kipchoge realises that more people are on his side than those cowards who hide behind keyboards😢.

Wow, that's like saying Jordan killed Kobe. Go after him! Stupid people are DANGEROUS...

Why would his friends leave him. That makes no sense. If they all live in Kenya I would assume that is strange. They would all know the truth of the matter.

I am speechless and I hope Kipchoge and his family are in a better place now where they are safer. And I hope the whole world knows about this messed up situation and the truth.😢

My research shows that no social media platforms are really interested in policing but only drama, clicks and advertising money.

Whoever started the rumour that Eliud was involved in the accident should be ashamed of themselves. Only a bad person could have such thoughts and publicise them. Only a bad person who would be prepared to do something like that could start such a rumour. It's a shame that there is no law that punishes character assassination. The only positive thing may be that Eluid now knows better who his friends really are. It's not really a loss to banish false friends from your life.

Kipchoge is a true sportsman, I don't think you would want to hurt your own countryman. He would have been a great mentor as Kipchoge has unofficially broke 2

He shouldn't over stay to retain his reputation. So many energies will bring him down. Bolt left at 30 and went to football.

Whoever started this rumor must be tracked down and if he or she had some malicious intent. They should be sent to Prision for twenty years. We are talking about the possible harm to children. This is not acceptable.

This is just horrible and the people who did this should be ashamed. Kipchoge wouldn't hurt a fly so I have no clue why they did this. This also explains the sub-par performance at the Tokyo Marathon and I hope he can do better at the olympics.

Time for him to retire

Welcome to Africa where people believe in things that you do not

Kipchoge is not only one of the greatest runners of all time but he’s also a great human being. this is so shocking and upsetting.

I had no idea this was happening. What a tragedy on so many levels. Deplorable and indefensible.

Very shameful from the people of Kenya to turn against one of his heroes in such a manner...

Thats fucking depressing. One of the hardest working people on the planet who has done nothing but advance humanity in a physiological level shouldnt have to deal with such stupid bs.

The accusation against Kipchoge is bizarre. It's really sad many people are running with such a horrible news

Things happening like this is why fictional villains like Thanos and the Joker actually make sense over those superhero idealogies. No one seems to make these people accountable for casually hurling threats and ruining other people's lives.

That’s the most outrageous story I have ever heard! Kipchoge is a hero! We will miss Kiptum. And having both was better for everyone, competition is what drives life!

i had no idea this was going down - i can't believe people would take this already devastating tragic event and make it more horrible.

This is truly shocking. Anybody who has said such nonsense should be utterly ashamed of themselves.

Man, this is absolutely ridiculous! It would be like saying that Lasse Viren orchestrated the death of Steve Prefontaine(obviously that isn’t true, I’m just using an example). I’m a huge fan of Kipchoge and hate seeing him go through this 😢