Stephen Kiprotich pose during the medal ceremony for the men's marathon at the 2013 IAAF World Championships at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia Last night. AFP PHOTO.

Ugandan athlete Stephen Kiprotich is in mourning following the death of his father.

According to reports, the Olympic marathon champion’s father, James Kiptoi Kiboi, passed away on Tuesday evening. He is said to have collapsed at his home in Kapchorwa and was rushed to hospital where he breathed his last.

Condolence messages have since been trickling in from fans and members of the athletics fraternity.

May his soul rest in peace!

Staff Writer

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