Education
He graduated from Sosio High School in Kilgoris in 1989.
He graduated from Sosio High School in Kilgoris in 1989.
He was recruited by Kenya Police in 1991. He did not start running until 1996. In 1999 he ran his first European races.
He was part of the 4 x 800 metres relay team who currently holds the world record.
He is managed by Gianni Demadonna and coached by Gianni Ghidini.
Yiampoy is a member of the Maasai tribe.