Vivian Cheruiyot

Awards & Honours

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Vivian Cheruiyot stands as one of the most decorated female distance runners in history. Her unique achievement of holding both the 5,000 meters and 10,000 meters world titles simultaneously since 1987 marks her as a singular talent. Winning the Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year award in 2012 further cements her status among the global sporting elite. Her longevity, spanning four Olympic Games and seven World Championships, demonstrates a level of consistency rarely seen in endurance sports.

AwardsVivian Cheruiyot has received numerous accolades throughout her career, most notably the Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year award in 2012. She has won multiple Olympic medals, including gold in the 5,000 meters at the 2016 Rio Games. Her World Championship tally includes five gold medals across the 5,000 meters and 10,000 meters events. She also secured victories at the Commonwealth Games, African Championships, and the Diamond League multiple times.

Honours & Distinctions

Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year

Laureus World Sports Awards·2012

Recognized as the top female athlete globally for her outstanding achievements in track and field.

Kenyan National Hero

Government of Kenya·2016

Honored for bringing glory to Kenya through her Olympic gold medal performance.

Rankings & Lists

Greatest Female Distance Runners

World Athletics·2020

Magazine Covers

Runner's World

June 2018

The Pocket Rocket Returns

Records & Feats

First Woman Since 1987 to Win Both 5,000m and 10,000m at Same World Championships

Historic First·2011

Achieved this double feat at the 2011 Daegu World Championships.

Youngest Athlete to Reach 5,000m Olympic Final

Age Record·2000

Qualified for the final at age 17 during the 2000 Sydney Games.