Matthew Kosgei Explained
Matthew Kosgei (born 14 March 2006) is a Kenyan long distance runner and steeplechaser.[1]
Career
He finished third in the 3000 metres steeplechase at the 2024 Kip Keino Classic in a personal best time of 8:23.84.[2]
He won the bronze medal in the 3000 metres steeplechase at the 2024 African Championships in Athletics in Douala, Cameroon.[3] [4]
He won the silver medal at the 2024 World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru in the 3000 metres steeplechase in August 2024 in a personal best time of 8:17.46.[5] [6] He had previously won his semi final in a time of 8:24.64.[7]
Personal life
His father William also competed in the steeplechase for Kenya.[8] [9]
Notes and References
- Web site: Matthew Kosgei. 3 September 2024. World Athletics.
- Web site: Kibiwott peerless in men's steeplechase at Absa Kip Keino Classic. the-star.co.ke. 3 September 2024. 20 April 2024.
- Web site: Fahnbulleh secures sprint double at African Championships in Douala. World Athletics. 3 September 2023. 27 Jun 2024.
- Web site: Kenya on the roll in Douala Continental championships. tnx.africa. 3 September 2024. Dennis. Okeyo . June 25, 2024.
- Web site: Edmund Serem And Mathew Kosgei Wins Gold And Silver In Lima. Dailysport.co.ke. 3 September 2024. September 1, 2024.
- Web site: Kenya finish fifth at World Athletics Under-20 championships. Standard Media. 3 September 2024. 1 September 2024.
- Web site: Kosgei, Serem Sail To 3000m Steeplechase Final At World U20 Championships To Send Statement Of Intent. Bernard. Cheruiyot. August 28, 2024. Citizen.digital. 3 September 2024.
- Web site: 1 September 2024. Peru: Serem, Kosgei Win Gold And Silver In Steeplechase. Sportsdesk.co.ke. 3 September 2024.
- Web site: Family role models pushing Serem, Kosgei to success in Peru. moxzartsport.co.ke. 3 September 2024. 18 August 2024.
