About Timothy Kitum
Born 1994. Timothy Kitum is a Kenyan middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.
Timothy Kitum (born 20 November 1994) is a Kenyan middle distance runner.
He won a silver medal in the 800 m at the 2012 World Junior Championships in Athletics in Barcelona, finishing second to Nijel Amos, before going on to win the bronze medal in the men's 800m race at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Kitum also won the 800m at the Commonwealth Youth Games with a Games Record of 1:49.32.
Personal life Kitum is married to Faith Kipyegon. Their daughter, Alyn, was born in June 2018.
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Who is Timothy Kitum?
Kenyan middle distance runner
When was Timothy Kitum born?
Timothy Kitum was born on 20 November 1994 in Marakwet District.
What is Timothy Kitum's occupation?
Timothy Kitum is a middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.
What nationality is Timothy Kitum?
Timothy Kitum is Kenyan.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Timothy Kitum. https://biography.guide/timothy-kitum/
MLA: "Timothy Kitum." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/timothy-kitum/.
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