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Former NCAA track star Eliud Kipsang, who earned several first-team All-America honors as a runner, has died aged 28, according to Alabama Athletics.
Alabama Athletics released a statement Wednesday confirming that Kipsang had died on Tuesday evening.
“We are heartbroken by the passing of Eliud Kipsang, one of the most gifted athletes ever to wear crimson and white,” said Alabama Athletics’ head coach Dan Waters.
“His impact on our program extended far beyond records and championships; he was a beloved teammate, a brother to so many and a dear friend to me, personally.
“On behalf of the entire Alabama…
