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bernard lagat

bernard kipchirchir lagat -lrb- born 12 december 1974 -rrb- is a kenyan-american middle and long-distance runner .
lagat was born in kapsabet , kenya .
prior to his change of domicile to the usa , lagat had an extensive competitive career representing his native country .
he is the american record holder in the 1500 m and mile run indoors , as well as the 1500 m , 3000 m , and 5000 m outdoors , and is the kenyan record holder at 1500 m outdoors -lrb- the second best 1500 m of all time -rrb- .
lagat is a thirteen-time medalist in world championships and olympics including five gold medals .
