Benjamin Kipkurui

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Benjamin Kipkurui (born 28 December 1980 in Molo ) is a Kenyan runner who specializes in the 1500 metres. He holds the world junior record in 1000 metres with 2:15.00 minutes, achieved on 17 July 1999 in Nice.

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He belongs to the Kipsigis tribe.

Achievements

YearCompetitionVenuePositionEventNotes
Representing Flag of Kenya.svg  Kenya
1998 World Junior Championships Annecy, France 2nd1500m 3:42.67
2000IAAF Grand Prix Final Doha, Qatar 4th1500m3:37.38
2003 All-Africa Games Abuja, Nigeria 3rd1500m 3:38.94
World Athletics Final Monte Carlo, Monaco 8th1500m3:42.27

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