Cornelius Chirchir (born 5 June 1983 in Bomet) is a Kenyan runner who specializes in the 1500 metres. He holds the world junior record over the distance with 3:30.24 minutes, achieved on 19 July 2002 in Monte Carlo. He came close to the record in 2004 with 3:30.60 min, but never since.
He is based at the PACE Sports Management camp in Kaptagat.
Achievements
edit| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  Kenya
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| 1999 | World Youth Championships | Bydgoszcz, Poland | 1st | 1500m | 3:44.02 |
| 2000 | World Junior Championships | Santiago, Chile | 1st | 1500m | 3:38.80 |
| 2002 | African Championships | Radès, Tunisia | 4th | 1500m | 3:39.67 |
| IAAF Grand Prix Final | Paris, France | 3rd | 1500m | 3:31.51 | |
| 2003 | World Indoor Championships | Birmingham, England | 4th | 1500m | 3:43.03 |
| World Athletics Final | Monte Carlo, Monaco | 6th | 1500m | 3:41.77 | |
Personal bests
edit- 800 metres - 1:44.98 min (2001)
- 1500 metres - 3:30.24 min (2002)
- One mile - 3:50.40 min (2003)
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