Phanuel Koech

Biographies

Phanuel Koech: Remarkable Rise of Kenya’s 1500m Record Star

Introduction Phanuel Koech is a Kenyan middle-distance runner best known for setting the world U20 record in the men’s 1500 metres. He ran an outstanding 3:27.72 in Paris on 20 June 2025, making him one of the fastest young 1500m runners ever. His rise happened very quickly. Koech first focused mainly on the 800 metres, but after moving towards the…