Joshua Cheptegei dedicates Olympic gold medal to wife and kids

Ugandan long-distance runner Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei won the Olympic gold medal in the 10000m race at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, dedicating it to his wife and children, and thanking God for his guidance and support. The post Joshua Cheptegei dedicates Olympic gold medal to wife and kids appeared first on MBU.

Joshua Cheptegei dedicates Olympic gold medal to wife and kids

On 2nd August 2024, Ugandan long-distance runner Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei won Uganda’s only Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France.

The 27-year-old crossed the finish line of the 10000m race in an Olympic Record time of 26:43.14 to dethrone Selemon Barega.

Joshua Cheptegei at Stade de France after smashing the 10,000m race Olympic record (Credit: Kawowo Sports)

Cheptegei has dedicated the gold medal to his wife, Carol, and children and thanked them for their endless support in his career.

Via X, the Olympic champion also thanked his fans across the world and God for guiding and giving him joy.

My good people, Paris 2024 might have come to an end, but the memories that we’ve build lives forever. I thank you all for supporting me to that glorious finish line.

While in Paris, I enjoyed seeing some good things and even the food. Lastly, I thank God for His guidance and giving me joy and peace throughout the race. Even when others failed to believe in me, God said, I got you Josh. When in doubt, trust in God. When weak, believe in Him.

I dedicate this medal to my lovely wife and my kids, my all time cheer leaders.

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