Joshua Cheptegei is a Ugandan long-distance runner famous for his exceptional achievements in athletics, especially in the 5000 meter and 10,000 meter events.
He gained widespread recognition after breaking multiple world records in 2020, including the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters, as well as winning the gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
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- Full name: Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei
- Date of birth: September 12, 1996
- Age: 28 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Cheptendan, Uganda
- Nationality: Uganda
- Occupation: Long distance runner
- Height: 1.82 m
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: 8 siblings
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: N/A
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Not applicable
- Net worth: 1 million USD
Early life and education
Joshua Cheptegei is 28 years old this year. He was born on September 12, 1996 in Cheptendan, a small village in Uganda. Growing up in a large family with 8 siblings, he faced countless difficulties due to limited financial resources.
His father worked as a teacher and his mother was a farmer. Despite these challenges, his parents still prioritized education and encouraged their children to pursue their studies.
Cheptegei attended local schools, where he participated in various sports before focusing on running. His sporting talent was evident during his school years, where he participated in football and other athletics events.
He trained at the Uganda Police Athletics Club in Kapchorwa, which provided him with the necessary training resources. Cheptegei’s people are the Kalenjin, a group famous for producing many elite long-distance runners.
Personal life
Details about Joshua Cheptegei’s personal life are relatively private. There is little information regarding his romantic relationships or marital status. As a dedicated athlete, he mainly focuses on training and competition rather than relationships with the public.
Career
Joshua Cheptegei’s sporting career began to take shape when he made his international debut at the age of 17. He competed at the World Championships in Beijing in 2015 but gained significant recognition after winning a silver medal in the event 10,000 meters at the 2017 World Championships in London.
His breakthrough came during the Commonwealth Games in Australia in 2018 when he won gold medals in both the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters.
In 2019, he continued to excel, winning the gold medal at the World Cross Country Championships and winning his first world title at the World Championships in Doha in the 10,000 meters.
2020 marked a historic period for Cheptegei as he broke four world records in one year — setting new standards for both the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters on the track as well as road racing records school.
Prize
- Olympic gold medal (5000 meters) – Tokyo 2020
- Olympic Silver Medal (10,000 meters) – Tokyo 2020
- World champion (10,000 meters) – Doha 2019
- World cross country champion – Aarhus 2019
- Commonwealth Games Gold Medal (5000m and 10,000m) – Gold Coast 2018
- World record holder (5000m and 10,000m)
Net worth
Joshua Cheptegei’s estimated net worth is approximately $1 million. His wealth mainly comes from sponsorship deals with major sports brands, prize money from competitions and endorsements related to his sports achievements.
Social Media
- Instagram: @jcheptegei
- Twitter: @JoshuaCheptegei
