Kiptum's world record is under threat as Sawe races in Berlin

Sabastian Kimaru Sawe, the fastest marathoner this year, is in Berlin to attempt to rewrite history in the men's marathon.

By Stephen Rutto 8 days ago

Kenyans unstoppable in 800m heats as they eye medals tomorrow

Kenya's 800m women cast displayed brilliance as it sailed through to the final of the two-lap race in the ongoing Tokyo World Championships.

By Stephen Rutto 9 days ago

Javelin star Jepkemboi bows out but makes history

Javelin thrower Irene Jepkemboi has postponed her ambition of a medal at the World Athletics Championships.

By Stephen Rutto 9 days ago

Kenyans mourn steeplechase star Jairus Birech

The athletics fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the news that 3000m steeplechase star Jairus Birech had died on Thursday night.

By Stephen Rutto 9 days ago

Stage set for an exciting school kids cross country in Cheptigit

More than 300 potential athletes have been assembled for the inaugural event dubbed Cheptigit-German Cross Country Run, organisers have said.

By Stephen Rutto 9 days ago

Eyes on 'Cheruiyots' in today's 1500m gold chase

Timothy Cheruiyot and Reynold are eying glory in the men's 1500m.

By Stephen Rutto 11 days ago

Cherotich, Yavi to renew rivalry as steeplechase battle comes alive

The duo fiercely contested for titles in the Diamond League series. It was a disappointing outing for Kenya in the world marathon contest.

By Stephen Rutto 12 days ago

Faith Kipyegon eyes historic fourth world title

The final also features Kenyan stars Nelly Chepchirchir and Dorcus Ewoi.

By Stephen Rutto 12 days ago

Kenya fails to reclaim lost glory in the men's 10,000m

The fastest Kenyan man in the final, Ishmael Kipkurui finished fourth. Beatrice Chebet won Kenya's first gold medal in the event on Saturday.

By Stephen Rutto 13 days ago

Jepchirchir hunts down Assefa to deliver Kenya's second gold

Peres defeated Ethiopian Tigst, who shattered her women-only world record at the London Marathon in April.

By Stephen Rutto 13 days ago

Kipyegon oozes class as she leads squad to 1500m final

The 1500 world record holder took the top place (4:00.34) in the Heat, while Ewoi (4:00.65) followed in second place.

By Stephen Rutto 13 days ago

Peres back in Japan with hopes of another gold medal

At 1.30am on Sunday, the start gun will be going off and women marathon stars representing their respective nations will stomp the streets of Tokyo.

By Stephen Rutto 15 days ago

Chebet opens Kenya's gold account at Tokyo World Championships

Kenyan fans have previously been accused of exerting unreasonable pressure on athletics stars to deliver medals on the first day of global championships.

By Stephen Rutto 15 days ago

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Three-time world champion Kipyegon lays down early marker

It was three-time champion Faith Kipyegon's moment to make a statement in round one of the women's 1500m at the World Athletics Championships which kicked off in Tokyo, Japan on Saturday.

By Stephen Rutto 15 days ago

Kenya keen to reclaim glory in men marathon and 10,000m

When the 2025 TWC enters day three, Kenya's dream to reclaim glory in the men's marathon is expected to highlight what is likely to be a fierce 42km contest in the Japanese capital.

By Stephen Rutto 15 days ago

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Fertiliser, seed subsidies up maize yields but not enough

The gently rolling plateaus of Kenya's food basket are brimming with promising plantations of maize slowly maturing, even as farmers call for more interventions in the country.

By Stephen Rutto 15 days ago

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Attention on Kenyan stars as Tokyo World Championships kicks off

Like during the Olympic Games, athletics enthusiasts will have to be awake until early hours of the morning to follow some races.

By Stephen Rutto 16 days ago

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Kenyans eye glory dance in country's staple races at Worlds

They will be looking to continue the momentum set by legends in a number of races. A number of Team Kenya stars have already arrived in Tokyo for the World Championships.

By Stephen Rutto 17 days ago

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'I escaped death countless times': How a feared bandit laid down his gun for peace

After his initiation ceremony in 2010, he joined Queen of Peace Secondary School near Chesongoch but dropped out again to engage in green gram farming.

By Stephen Rutto 19 days ago

Kenyan charges to face big names at Tokyo World Championships

By now, the Kenyan charges to the World Athletics Championships kicking off on Saturday in Tokyo have known their fiercest rivals.

By Stephen Rutto 21 days ago

Athletes ready for tough 2025 Chepsaita race

Last year, Samwel Chebolei Masai and Loice Chekwemoi of Uganda were crowned winners.

By Stephen Rutto 23 days ago

Chepkemboi will be first Kenyan woman to compete in javelin at Worlds

Javelin thrower Irene Chepkemboi will be the first Kenyan woman to compete at World Championships.

By Stephen Rutto 23 days ago

Athletes asked to prepare for tough Great Chepsaita Cross Country

The third edition of the World Athletics gold level cross country has been set for December 6, with huge expectations.

By Stephen Rutto 23 days ago

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'We were sold': Frail victims accuse police of aiding kidney trafficking

Survivors reveal post-surgery suffering, debt and broken promises.They say Eldoret scandal was a coordinated racket.

By Stephen Rutto 28 days ago

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Why desperate youth are selling kidneys in Eldoret

Young people travel long distances, lured by false promises of money. Health Committee vows thorough probe, promises strong laws against organ trafficking.

By Stephen Rutto 29 days ago

North Rift comedians rally to save ailing entertainer Tapnyolei

Artistes raise Sh1m for Eliud Lagat's eye surgery after abrupt comedy exit.supporters hope treatment restores his vision and revives content creation.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Top stars renew rivalry in Zurich ahead of global battle in Tokyo

Wanyonyi and Cherotich are among track athletes hoping to cement their status ahead of the Tokyo World Championships.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Senate team: Sh10b debt killing NCPB ahead of harvest season

Fertiliser distribution supposed to start in October could be affected adversely. National and county governments have not paid the cereals board, jeopardising farmers' operations.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Eyes on Kenyan stars as qualification window closes

As the qualifications window for the Tokyo World Championships came to a close three days ago, focus is now on athletes who have met the standards.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Eyes on Zurich as Team Kenya posts mixed results in Brussels

Agnes Ngetich and Mercy Oketch dominated 5000m and 400m races on Friday night saying after their Brussels meet victories, their eyes were firmly on the Tokyo World Championships.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Team Kenya yearns for more after Lemngole's win in Lausanne meet

It was Doris Lemngole's braved a rainy night to produce a spectacular win in the women's 3000m steeplechase at the third last Diamond League meet.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Wanyonyi hopes to make it happen in Tokyo World Championships

Reigning 800m Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi has tasted both triumph and defeat but has consistently made things happen.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Koech hoping to carry his top form to Tokyo

18-year-old Phanuel Koech will be teaming up with Timothy Cheruiyot and Reynold Cheruiyot.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Janeth Chepng'etich's Tokyo World Championship ambition

Before heading to Tokyo, Janeth Chepng'etich will battle for honours at the Brussels Diamond League on August 22.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Jepchirchir eyes glory in Tokyo as Team Kenya training camp launched

For Peres Jepchirchir, returning to Japan for the 2025 World Athletics Championships next month rekindles memories of her Olympic marathon victory in Tokyo in 2021.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Kenyan exports set for battle against Team Kenya stars once again

Kenyan-born US marathoner Betsy Saina is set to fly her adopted country's flag in Tokyo.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Kenyan stars eye Diamond League glory ahead of Tokyo World Athletics Championships

Two women, with the most decorated CVs in track racing - four-time world champion Faith Kipyegon and double Olympic champion Beatrice Chebet are lining up in Silesia this Saturday.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Road to Florida world cross country begins in earnest

After unsuccessful attempts to make the cut for the World Athletics Championships, top athletes are now focused on chasing cross country titles.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Korir says marathon team has power to rule Tokyo

Chicago Marathon champion John Korir is optimistic Kenyan charges to the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships will cement the country's legacy as the sport's powerhouse.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Road to Tokyo: Kenyan stars will be facing stern test

Olympic, world and continental medalists will be converging with one goal - to make their countries proud while chasing individual glory at the international showpiece scheduled for September 13-21.

By Stephen Rutto 1 month ago