Paul Kipsiele Koech

Paul Kipsiele Koech (born 10 November 1981) is a Kenyan runner who specializes in the 3000 metres steeplechase.

He did well at the National Cross Country Championships and was subsequently invited to compete in Europe and joined a team managed by James Templeton.

[2] Despite being among the fastest steeplechasers, he has failed several times at the Kenyan trials for World championships or Olympics.

He holds the steeplechase meet record for the Prefontaine Classic, Adidas Grand Prix, and DN Galan.

At the Rome Diamond League event in May Koech set a new personal best of 7:54.31, the third fastest time ever for the 3000 metre steeplechase.