Automobile accidents claim the lives of dozens of people daily. Humanity only remembers the problem when famous personalities die. Remember, at least, Viktor Tsoi – a beloved rock artist among the youth of the 90s. Or Princess Diana, who died in Paris in a car crash. Pop stars, film actors, athletes, and politicians – death on the roads spares no one. On August 7, 2018, legendary athlete Nicholas Bett passed away.
Former World Champion in Athletics Nicholas Bett Dies
The world champion in hurdle running died at a young age – 28 years old. According to the IAAF press service, the accident occurred in Nandi, north-west Kenya.
The official version is that he lost control of the vehicle.
Media reports note that former world champion in athletics Nicholas Bett, returning from a competition held in Africa, got behind the wheel. Foggy weather and a wet road could have created an emergency situation. The car skidded into a ditch.
Nicholas Bett gained global fame in Beijing, where he won a gold medal in 2015. The Kenyan set a record in the 400 meters. Notably, the 28-year-old athlete became the first in Kenya’s history to be a champion in a race shorter than 800 meters.
