Ben Jipcho

Benjamin Wabura Jipcho, known as Ben Jipcho, was a track and field athlete from Kenya. Born on March 1, 1943, in Mount Elgon District, Western Province, Kenya, Jipcho held Kenyan nationality and citizenship. He passed away on July 24, 2020, in Eldoret, Kenya.

Jipcho had an illustrious career, earning several medals and awards. In the 1974 Christchurch Commonwealth Games, he won gold medals for the 5000 m and the 3000 m races. He also received a bronze medal in the 1500 m race at the same games. At the 1973 Lagos All-Africa Games, he secured gold medals in both the 5000 m and the 3000 m steeplechase events. In recognition of his success, Jipcho was named the Track & Field Athlete of the Year in 1973.