Moving to the US helped marathon champion Hellen Obiri achieve two dreams at once
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By Ben Church
Published on April 25, 2026.
Marathon champion Hellen Obiri, a Kenyan athlete who has won four major marathons since transitioning to the longer distance, is nervous about competing in the London Marathon. Despite her success, Obiri has learned how to handle the pressure and stress during races. She began her career in the 5000m and has won twice in Boston and twice in New York, with another victory in London now on her agenda. Her journey began when she moved from Kenya to the US in 2022 in the pursuit of greatness. Despite initially struggling to find a mentor or coach for her running ambitions, Obriri's love for running became a major issue in her family. Her decision to join an elite team led by former athlete Ritzenhein.
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