what they say

“Today we went to the moon and came back to Earth! I am at a loss for words for all the support I have received from all over the world, Thank you to all who gave me the opportunity.”

Eliud Kipchoge, Olympic champion

“You have inspired all of us so that we can stretch the limits in our lives. You have made history. Everything went perfectly right. For the sport, it challenges other young athletes. For humanity, whatever level you are in you can move yourself to another level.”

Patrick Sang, Kipchoge’s coach

“Eliud is a once-in-a-generation athlete and if anybody deserves to break the two-hour barrier it is him. It was an incredible performance and a privilege to be here. It was a great lesson in a very evenly-paced run. He was very calm and conservative and the pacemakers took Eliud to the last kilometer for him to bring it home.”

Dave Brailsford, Team Ineos principal

“That last kilometer where he actually accelerated and came through on his own was just superhuman. I can’t believe he did it.”

Jim Ratcliffe, Team Ineos owner

“Eliud told the world that if you set your mind to something nothing is impossible.”

Bernard Lagat, Kenya’s fivetime Olympian

“Eliud Kipchoge raced against the clock and raced towards history today. He did it! I never thought I would see this in my lifetime.”

Shalane Flanagan, 2017 New York City Marathon champion

“Just astounded! A moment in history! What a run! What a man! His message after is gold. ‘Running is hard but it is beautiful, I want everyone to run... together we can make the world a beautiful place.’ Amazing.”

Robert De Castella, former world champion marathoner

“Wow!! 1:59:40!! @EliudKipchoge has made history and pushed the limits of human endeavor. So awesome to watch. His running and words inspire so many people to believe they can achieve their own personal goals.”

Jo Pavey, Britain’s five-time Olympian