Benjamin Kigen
Benjamin Kigen (born July 5, 1993) is a steeplechase competitor from Kenya. He won the 3000m steeplechase at the 2018 Prefontaine Classic, beating reigning world champion Conseslus Kipruto and Olympic silver medalist Evan Jager with a 57.89 second last lap.[1] He won gold medal at the 2019 African games.
.jpg.webp) Kigen in 2017 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| National team | Kenya |
| Born | July 5, 1993 |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Track and field |
| Event(s) | 3000m steeplechase |
He is from Baringo County, Kenya and he trains with Amos Kirui under coach Isaac Rono.[2]
His personal best is 8:05.12 (Monaco 2019).
Major international competitions
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Prefontaine Classic | Eugene, Oregon | 1st | 3000m steeplechase | 8:09.97 PB[1] |
| 2017 | Golden Spike Ostrava | Ostrava, Czech Republic | 1st | 3000m steeplechase | 8:11.54 |
| 2017 | Herculis | Monaco | 4th | 3000m steeplechase | 8:11.38 |
| 2017 | Memorial Van Damme | Bruxelles, Belgium | 6th | 3000m steeplechase | 8:13.06 |
Domestic competitions
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Kenya Championships | Nairobi, Kenya | 5th (Heat 2, Heats) | 3000m steeplechase | 8:36.6h |
References
- "Prefontaine Classic Men 3000 M Steeplechase (Final)".
- "Newcomer Kigen shakes up steeplechase status quo".
- Benjamin Kigen at Tilastopaja (registration required)
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