Sammy dies

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-13408162

Very sad news, RIP

To be honest, I don't know how sad I can feel about someone who threatened his unarmed wife at gunpoint, with a gun that he also possessed illegally. From that day on, I've really lost my respect and esteem of him.

Further, from what I gather from the report, he seemed like caught in the 'act' before the tragic incident - though that doesn't warrant such an end.

I'll say RIP Samuel Wanjiru for the immense running talent he possessed, not his personality.

this seems to be a big problem nowadays with many kind of sports stars. it is a very common occurrence in Africa.

he's a very talented runner be interesting to see if people remember him for that rather then the bad things he's done.

r.i.p sammy

when I posted the link, it still said they were unsure if he jumped or was pushed. it´s changed a lot since and given his past issues, he was obviously having some challenges.
Talented yes, foolish(other adjective of your choice) yes

Lets hope others can learn from this

He sounds like a bit of a pr*t. Was impressed with his running though. Will be soon forgotten as their are going to be many better runners very soon. Kenya seems to produce them by the 20.

What a talent.
Olympic Marathon Champion at just 21 years of age.
Then came fame and (relative) riches.
Maybe that was the problem for the young man.
RIP Sammy