Editor's Review

The legendary athlete's death comes days after Marathon World record holder Kelvin Kiptum died in a road accident.  

Legendary Kenyan athlete Henry Rono is dead.

In a statement on Thursday, February 15, Athletics Kenya said the former athlete died at 10.30 am while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi South Hospital.

“Athletics Kenya is saddened to announce and notify the public of the demise of former Athlete Mr. Henry Rono which occurred today at 10.30 am. He had been hospitalized at the Nairobi South Hospital for the past 10 days,” read the statement in part.

The late Rono was a Kenyan retired track and field athlete who specialized in various long-distance running events.

Photo collage of legendary athlete Henry Rono. 

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He is remembered as the former record holder for the 3000 meters steeplechase for over a decade. Rono also set the world record for the 5000 meters twice, in 1978 and in 1981.

“On behalf of the Athletics Kenya Executive Committee and athletics fraternity, we wish to convey our sincere heartfelt condolence to his family, friends, and the entire athletics fraternity during this trying moment. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” Athletics Kenya added.

Rono’s death comes days after Marathon World record holder Kelvin Kiptum died in a gruesome road accident in the Kaptagat area along the Elgeyo Marakwet-Ravine Road.

One occupant in the vehicle survived the accident and was taken to hospital.

The cabinet on Wednesday agreed to accord Kiptum a decent send-off. Kiptum will be laid to rest on Saturday, February 24.