Samson Kandie
Kenyan long-distance runner (1971–2024)
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Samson Kandie (20 April 1971 – 4 October 2024) was a Kenyan long-distance runner, who won the 2004 edition of the Vienna Marathon, breaking the course record.[1][2] He set his personal best (2:08:31) in the classic distance on 26 September 1999, at the Berlin Marathon, where he finished third.[3] Kandie also came third in the Berlin marathon in 1998.
He also took part in the marathon race at the 2001 World Championships, but did not finish the race.[4]
Kandie died on 4 October 2024 after being attacked and beaten at his home. He was 53.[5][6]
Achievements
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  Kenya | |||||
| 1998 | Berlin Marathon | Berlin, Germany | 3rd | Marathon | 2:09:11 |
| 1999 | Berlin Marathon | Berlin, Germany | 3rd | Marathon | 2:08:31 |
| 2001 | World Championships | Edmonton, Canada | — | Marathon | DNF |
| 2002 | Hokkaido Marathon | Sapporo, Japan | 1st | Marathon | 2:15:12 |
| 2004 | Vienna Marathon | Vienna, Austria | 1st | Marathon | 2:08:35 |
See also
- Benjamin Kiplagat, Kenyan-born, Ugandan long distance runner also killed by unknown assailants in Eldoret.
