My first competition outside Kenya was at the 2002 world cross country championships in Dublin, Ireland. I finished fifth in the junior race that day but the thing I remember the most was that it was very cold.

I have only ever done athletics. I was only average at school and I have never done any other sport.

One of my first races came over 10km in 2002. I won that race and it felt great. I would say that is when I first fell in love with running.

I think 1:59 is something a human being can run. Or 1:58. Who knows?! If someone trains very well and thinks in a good way, then they can do anything.

I would say that Breaking2 was my best race because I was running against something no one had done before.

You need to go near to the people and actually sensitize them about the sport - specifically running. If athletes can go near their fans, many people would develop a love for running.

It's like the first man to go to the moon, I will be the first man to run under two hours, this is crucial.

I really want to make a big mark in athletics, to be a legend and be a good example to kids.

I want to stay for a long time and leave a mark so the young generation can aspire to be at the top like me. I love the sport, and that's what drives me.

I've always found the secret is to stay fit and treat sport as a profession. I chose sport as a passion.