Bonface Kimutai Kiplimo

Bonface Kimutai Kiplimo (born 12 August 1995) is a Kenyan long-distance runner who specializes in the marathon. He is known for his podium finishes at international marathons and a top-ten finish at the 2023 Berlin Marathon, where he set his personal best of 2:05:05.

Career Kiplimo began competing in international road races in 2019. He achieved a podium finish at the 2023 Enschede Marathon, placing third with a time of 2:09:19.

His major breakthrough came later that year at the 2023 Berlin Marathon, one of the World Marathon Majors. In a deeply competitive field, Kiplimo finished in 10th place, running a significant personal best of 2:05:05. This result established him as a world-class marathoner.

In 2025, Kiplimo continued his strong performances by securing second place at the Maraton de Cali in Colombia with a time of 2:11:27.

Achievements All information from World Athletics profile unless otherwise noted.