Kipchoge to run first 10K race since 2009
Okay, ageless runners, I have to talk about Eliud Kipchoge. Just a few weeks ago, he was fighting those famous New York hills to grab his Seven Star medal, making history and completing his competitive Major Marathon circuit. Most of us would be on the couch for three months, eating chips and staring blankly at the wall. But what is the GOAT doing? He's hopping on a plane to Bangkok, Thailand, to run the Thailand Marathon this weekend. And here’s the kicker: he’s lining up for the 10K. Think about that for a second. This is the man who ran a 2:01:09 marathon. He’s a machine designed to run fast for four hours straight. His marathon pace is literally faster than most people’s 5K pace. Now, he’s running a 10k, and it’s not to crush a record. It’s part of his newly announced Eliud Kipchoge World Tour, a journey to run on all seven continents, supporting his foundation and, more importantly, running for the people. This is the biggest mindset change in elite running right now. It proves his point: "I don't need to run very fast; I want to sell a new story." I remember seeing Kipchoge run in person. (Yes, humble brag: I saw him run at the Tokyo Marathon! It was a there-and-back part with half the race in between and he was on his way back, but still… :-)). You watch him, the calm, the discipline, the sheer, relentless pace and it feels like you're watching a robot programmed for perfection. It’s inspirational, but it’s also on a completely different planet. But running the Bangkok 10K with 30,000 regular runners? That’s relatable. That’s him showing up to share the joy of the run, regardless of the distance or the time on the clock. It's about community, tourism, and using your platform for good. He's reminding us that running isn't just about the PR on your watch; it's about the purpose you find in your stride. What distance do you want to see Kipchoge run next on his World Tour ( Turkey trot, maybe?) Let me know! 👇