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Samuel Kamau Wanjiru, 1986-2011

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Brett Larner said…
It's hard to believe this is really true. I just saw Stephen Mayaka, who helped take care of Wanjiru when he lived in Japan, and Mekubo Mogusu, Wanjiru's old HS-era rival, yesterday.

This was the best photo of Wanjiru ever taken, how I'll always remember him. Click on it for higher resolution.
May 16, 2011 at 12:25 PM
VavahF said…
agreed. it's an amazing picture...my desktop background has this pic, and a pic bekele next to it...RiP to Sammy.
May 16, 2011 at 12:40 PM
Joey said…
Thank you "Brett in Tokyo" for a link to this picture. I am in absolute shock that one of the greatest runners to ever live has fallen so quickly...This picture of him is the epitome of everything that running is about.
May 16, 2011 at 3:21 PM
yuza said…
I am quite saddened by the news of his death. I really liked him as a runner and despite all that he achieved (which was quite remarkable) I still can not help but think....if only.

RIP
May 16, 2011 at 4:45 PM
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