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2017 Chicago Marathon Elite Runner: Abel Kirui

Learn more about the elite runners competing at the 2017 Chicago Marathon.

Reigning Chicago Marathon champion Abel Kirui looks to defend his title at the 2017 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Here are the high points of his career:

Name: Abel Kirui

Country of Origin: Kenya

Standout Race: Kirui brought home the silver medal from the Men's Marathon at the 2012 London Olympics, crossing the finish line after two hours, eight minutes 27 seconds. Kirui's medal-winning race was nearly three minutes slower than his personal record of two hours, five minutes four seconds.

More About Abel Kirui: Kirui is a two-time World Champion at the marathon distance, taking gold at the 2009 Berlin contest and the 2011 Daegu event. In addition, Kirui is the reigning Chicago Marathon winner, finishing first overall in 2016 at two hours, 11 minutes 23 seconds.

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