Benjamin Kipkurui (born 28 December 1980 in Molo) is a Kenyan runner who specializes in the 1500 metres. He holds the world junior record in 1000 metres with 2:15.00 minutes, achieved on 17 July 1999 in Nice.

He belongs to the Kipsigis tribe.

Achievements

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Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
Representing   Kenya
1998 World Junior Championships Annecy, France 2nd 1500m 3:42.67
2000 IAAF Grand Prix Final Doha, Qatar 4th 1500m 3:37.38
2003 All-Africa Games Abuja, Nigeria 3rd 1500m 3:38.94
World Athletics Final Monte Carlo, Monaco 8th 1500m 3:42.27

Personal bests

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  • 800 metres - 1:44.56 min (1999)
  • 1500 metres - 3:30.67 min (2001)
  • One mile - 3:49.34 min (2000)
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