'It's over' - Sad reactions to Jacob Kiplimo injury
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A statement from the Uganda Athletics Federation confirmed the unpleasant development on Friday, revealing that he got injured on August 01 during training in Kapchorwa.
With showdown slated for less than a week, the over three-week injury will not permit Kiplimo to take part, to the dismay of Ugandans and many of his fans all over the world.
This is so sad
— Geoffrey Ndugga 🇺🇬🇺🇸🇺🇬🇺🇸 (@GeoffreyNdugga) August 11, 2023
Injuries really suck. Quick recovery Kiplimo. https://t.co/g7iBDNfgzt
— #23 (@Nikitafri) August 11, 2023
Some believe that Kiplimo was an assured gold or silver medal and it's now a missed opportunity.
Big blow for Uganda
— MMA Kenya (@MMAFansKenya) August 12, 2023
Others are still in shock and feel he held Uganda's best opportunity for gold in the 10,000 and 5,000 meters.
So sad man our gold
— Sserwadda John ken (@KenSserwadda) August 11, 2023
Meanwhile, a section of other fans feel the world championships will underwhelm with his absence.
Ok..are the worlds even happening at this point..its just going to be another college meet now
— @City world💙💙 (@realitywinn) August 12, 2023
Oh, nooo! Kiplimo's presence is needed to sweeten the race. A great athlete.
— TARUS 🇰🇪 (@TarusWesley) August 11, 2023
Kiplimo won't be expected back in action at least until September in Latvia in half-marathon.
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