Joel Onwonga (born 29 December 1972), also spelled Joel Onwong'a, is a Kenyan long distance runner, best known for winning the 1996 Twin Cities Marathon in 2:13:13.
[2] One of his first big races was the California International Marathon, where he placed 3rd.
[4] Onwonga competed in the Twin Cities Marathon three times.
[6][7] In 1996, Onwonga placed first in the Twin Cities Marathon, crossing the line in 2:13:13.
[12] He placed at least in the top six for the rest of his career, but never won another marathon.