Ugandan · Kapeeka, Uganda · Born 13 November 1999Ugandan long-distance runner specializing in 10,000m, cross country, and half marathon. Olympic and World Championships bronze medalist.
Jacob Kiplimo is a Ugandan distance runner and world record holder in the half marathon who has been one of the dominant forces in cross country and road running. Despite his youth, he has already established himself as a medal contender at every major championship he enters. His smooth, economical running style and exceptional endurance make him a future world champion.
Famous For
Cross country running and long-distance track events
Playing Style
How They Played
Strong finishing kick and tactical racing ability
Legacy
Lasting Impact
Rising star of Ugandan distance running with multiple world medals
Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- World Half Marathon Championship Gold Medal 2020
- World Cross Country Championship Silver Medal 2019 (U20)
- World Cross Country Championship Gold Medal 2021
- Olympic Bronze Medal 5000m Tokyo 2020
- European Cross Country Championship Gold Medal 2020
- World Athletics Half Marathon Record 57:31 2021
- Commonwealth Games Gold Medal 5000m 2022
- World Indoor Championship Bronze Medal 3000m 2022
- World Half Marathon Championship Bronze Medal 2023
- Uganda Cross Country Championship winner multiple editions
Career Journey
Timeline
2017
📌 International athletics debut
2019
🏆 World Cross Country Championships U20 gold medal
2019
🏆 World Cross Country U20 gold medal
2020
🏆 World Half Marathon Championships gold medal
2021
🎯 Olympic 10,000m bronze medal in Tokyo
2021
🏆 Olympic 10,000m bronze medal Tokyo
2022
🏆 World Championships 10,000m bronze medal
2023
🏆 World Cross Country Championships senior gold medal
Ugandan Athletes