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Matthew Kosgei

b. 2006

Kenyan steeplechase runner (born 2006)

Steeplechase runnerAthletics competitor
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About Matthew Kosgei

Born 2006. Matthew Kosgei is a steeplechase runner and athletics competitor.

Matthew Kosgei (born 14 March 2006) is a Kenyan long distance runner and steeplechaser.

Career He finished third in the 3000 metres steeplechase at the 2024 Kip Keino Classic in a personal best time of 8:23.84.

He won the bronze medal in the 3000 metres steeplechase at the 2024 African Championships in Athletics in Douala, Cameroon.

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. He had previously won his semi final in a time of 8:24.64.

Kosgei was an All-American runner for the New Mexico Lobos track and field team, finishing 6th in the 3000 m steeplechase at the 2025 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships.

Personal life His father William also competed in the steeplechase for Kenya.

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Important facts

Born
14 March 2006
Birth century
21st century
Occupation
Steeplechase runner, athletics competitor

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Matthew Kosgei?

Kenyan steeplechase runner (born 2006)

When was Matthew Kosgei born?

Matthew Kosgei was born on 14 March 2006.

What is Matthew Kosgei's occupation?

Matthew Kosgei is a steeplechase runner and athletics competitor.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Matthew Kosgei

· Wikidata: Q130230627

· DBpedia: Matthew Kosgei

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