Running away from bandits in Baragoi turned Simiu into a long distance star

Daniel Simiu 25,during an interview at iten ,Elgeyo Marakwet County on Friday 22,2020 .He is eyeing to set a permanent record in 5000m. [Christopher Kipsang,Standard]

A 24-kilometre walk to school in neighbouring Laikipia also helped build his career.

For nearly three years since joining the elite ranks in athletics, his name has remained the most confusing one.