Renowned lawyer-cum-political commentator Steve Ogolla now says that world marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge is fit to vie for the presidency.

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He says Kipchoge exhibits many qualities for an able leader. 

''ELIUD KIPCHOGE is fit for the Presidency. He is prudent and parsimonious, has the right temperament &judgement, demeanour &character, experience &resilience. He inspires national renewal &enjoys international legitimacy. He is capable of improving faith in Gov't. He is unlimited,'' said the lawyer

His sentiments come just a day after Kipchoge ran a 42 KM marathon in less than two hours in Vienna, Austria.

The much-anticipated race attracted the attention of the whole world. 

He ran the race in 1:59:40 to become the first man in history to ran the marathon in less than two hours.