Kimaru Songok
Kimaru Songok (1936 – 7 March 1987)[1] was Kenyan runner who specialised in 400 metres hurdles. He was born in Nandi District[2]
He was among the first Kenyan medalists internationally, when he won silver in 440 yards hurdles at the 1962 Commonwealth Games. Songok was also part of the Kenyan 4 x 440 yards relay team which finished fifth. Other members of the relay team were Wilson Kiprugut, Peter Francis and Seraphino Antao.[3] At the same games, Antao became the first Kenyan international champion.
He won 400 metres hurdles gold medal at the inaugural All-Africa Games in 1965. He also won multiple gold medals at the East and Central African Championships.[4] He competed at the 1964 and 1968 Olympics, but failed to advance beyond heats both times.[5][6]
References
- ^ Owuor, Michael (14 August 1987). "Gazette Notice No. 3827". Kenya Gazette. 89 (33). Government of Kenya: 1170. Retrieved 16 June 2024.
- ^ Kimaru Songok. Sports Reference. Retrieved on 2013-08-31.
- ^ The Standard, February 1, 2003: Antao put Kenya on world map
- ^ Gbrathletics.com East and Central African Championships
- ^ Krastev, Todor. "Men 400m Hurdles Olympic Games 1964 Tokyo (JPN) - Friday 16.10". www.todor66.com. Retrieved 2018-04-30.
- ^ Krastev, Todor. "Men 400m Hurdles Olympic Games Mexico 1968 - Tuesday 15.10". www.todor66.com. Retrieved 2018-04-30.
