Joseph Gikonyo
Kenyan sprinter
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Joseph Gìkonyo Mūkinyi (born 7 February 1965) is a former Kenyan athlete who competed in the 100 and 200 metres. He was the Kenyan record holder in both distances with 10.28 seconds and 20.43 seconds respectively. The 100 metres national record has since been broken by Tom Musinde, who ran 10.26 at the 2007 All-Africa Games[1] He also competed in the men's 200 metres at the 1996 Summer Olympics.[2]
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's athletics | ||
Representing  Kenya | ||
| African Championships | ||
 | 1990 Cairo | 100 m |
| 1990 Cairo | 200 m |
In 2002, Gìkonyo was described as a semi-retired athlete.[3]
Achievements
- 1995 All-Africa Games - bronze medal (200 m)
- 1990 African Championships - gold medal (100 m)
- 1990 African Championships - gold medal (200 m)
